DeDe Jones has served as a Risk Management Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in the Amarillo District for over 10 years. Jones provides support and education for farmers and ranchers in the 22 counties of the Texas High Plains. Her primary activities focus on analyzing the financial performance and associated risk of agricultural decisions through the FARM Assistance program. She also regularly conducts computer short courses relating to Quick Books Financial Software. Jones has developed and implemented numerous educational resources in support of all segments of the agricultural industry including marketing, management, finance, and policy.