EB-2 NIWAgriculture and foodIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR032025_07B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Agricultural engineer proposes to establish a consulting company offering personalized innovative solutions to farmers and agribusinesses to optimize productivity and sustainability. AAO held the proposed endeavor lacks national importance because it failed to demonstrate substantial prospective economic impact or job creation beyond serving selected regional clients.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed agricultural consulting endeavor lacks sufficient prospective national impact; benefits limited to local farmers and businesses; no evidence of substantial economic effects.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed agricultural consulting endeavor lacks sufficient prospective national impact; benefits limited to local farmers and businesses; no evidence of substantial economic effects. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failure is dispositive. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failure is dispositive. |
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