(1) The Mississippi State University Extension Service and Alcorn State University College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences are hereby authorized and empowered to assist poultry farmers in the state of Mississippi in the development of Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMPs), as required by federal and state laws and regulations.
(2) The assistance provided under subsection 1 of this section, may include, but is not limited to, technical guidance, on-site evaluations, nutrient management planning and the preparation of documents necessary to comply with applicable environmental regulations.
(3) The provisions of this section shall not be construed to require the Mississippi State University Extension Service or the Alcorn State University College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences to provide such services without adequate funding, nor shall the provisions preclude the pursuit of funding through subsequent appropriations or partnerships.