“The notice asks you to reduce the cultivated area or apply for authorization,” Wayne explained carefully.

“You also have a right to challenge the finding, and I can explain the appeal process.”

“You are telling an elderly man to tear up half of his crop,” I said, feeling my voice rise.

“A special use permit may be possible,” Wayne offered.

“I cannot promise approval, but an appeal or timely application may pause enforcement while the county reviews the facts.

I will include the instructions with my report.”