Jerry is responsible for the overall management of the eight regional Purdue Agricultural Centers (PAC) across the state. Efforts are directed towards facilitating research and Extension activities at the PACs and addition to land and facility planning for regional and departmental PACs and forestry properties in the College of Agriculture . Jerry is also involved with legal and regulatory issues and agricultural development opportunities as it pertains to cropping and animal operations within the college. Other responsibilities include administrative assistance for the Indiana Mint Market Development & Research Program, the Indiana Turkey Market Development Program, and the Indiana Wine Grape Program.