Competence Challenges of Demand-Led Agricultural Research and Extension in Uganda

Kibwika, Paul; Wals, A.E.J.; Nassuna-Musoke, Maria G.

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“…It is very important for all extension work to draw attention to the unique constraints and opportunities of each farmer. Extension messages need to be demand-led and extension programmes should facilitate farmers' learning and experimentation as well as promote information exchange (Kibwika et al 2009). Given the multiplicity of agroforestry associations, there cannot be a single extension message for all farmers.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Barriers and Coping Mechanisms Relating to Agroforestry Adoption by Smallholder Farmers in Zimbabwe

Chitakira

Torquebiau

2010

The Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension

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Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to investigate agroforestry adoption by smallholder farmers in Gutu District, Zimbabwe. Design/methodology/Approach: The methodology was based on field data collected through household questionnaires, key informant interviews and direct observations. Findings: Major findings reveal that traditional agroforestry was common in the study area. There were no cases of innovative agroforestry other than dwindling remnants from a former trees-with-pasture project. Majority of respondents were willing to adopt innovative agroforestry technologies to improve yields and income. Damage and destruction of plants by pests and animals due to lack of fences emerged as the major challenges to the adoption of agroforestry. Other challenges included seed availability and labour requirements. Possible coping strategies, identified through consulting farmers and other stakeholders, would include local initiatives and support from outside the community. Local and external efforts are required especially to secure inputs and raise awareness, knowledge and skills with respect to specific agroforestry technologies. Practical Implications: The paper presents pointers on the involvement of women in agroforestry and on the cultural significance of indigenous and exotic fruit trees. It provides practical lessons useful to extension or rural development workers in a localised set-up. Originality/Value: The case study gives an insight into the problems faced by peasant farmers and the requirements to make agroforestry successful. Practitioners in southern Africa could learn a great deal about issues relating to smallholder farmers from reading this paper.

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“…A clear understanding of the influential factors in farmer decision-making regarding the adoption and maintenance of agroforestry is crucial (McGinty et al 2008). Innovative, demand-led extension approaches are also required (Kibwika et al 2009). …”

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Barriers and Coping Mechanisms Relating to Agroforestry Adoption by Smallholder Farmers in Zimbabwe

Chitakira

Torquebiau

2010

The Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension

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“…The findings suggest that supervisors and managers should identify and provide the necessary training opportunities for personal growth and development of junior field agents. The findings echo with the policy suggestion for developing capacity of new hires of extension agent through appropriate educational training and coaching so that they realize the value of modern methods and techniques (Kibwika et al, 2009;World Bank, 2012;Davis and Sulaiman, 2014). Education played an integral part in agents' perception of value of modern methods in improving image and service quality.…”

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confidence: 94%

“…The findings of the study add important insights into ongoing global and regional discussions surrounding competencies development of use of modern extension methods from personal and psychological perspective of extension agents (Landini, 2015;Davis and Sulaiman, 2014;Chowdhury et al, 2014;Strong et al, 2014;Kibwika et al, 2009). Overall, there is a positive perception of the extension agents that modern extension methods contribute to improving image and service quality in Trinidad and Tobago.…”

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“…There is an urgent need for a longterm competencies development strategy of extension professionals focusing on skills needed to work with groups, coordination and networking abilities, service attitudes and professionalism (Kibwika et al, 2009;Chowdhury et al, 2014). Reforming these areas, and redefining the role of government and private sector extension services is the key to meet the global challenges of poverty, food security, developing human resources and environmental conservation (Cristóvão et al, 2012;CTA, 2012).…”

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Value of modern extension methods in improving image and quality of extension: Perception of extension agents in Trinidad and Tobago

Ramjattan¹,

Ganpat²,

Chowdhury³

2017

J. Agric. Ext. Rural Dev

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Agricultural extension services have undergone a significant transformation in order to effectively address issues of poverty and hunger. It is expected that modern methods of extension will improve image and quality of extension services offered in low-income regions. In Trinidad and Tobago, vibrant and transformative initiatives include institutional pluralism, farmer-led methods, farmer field schools, plant clinics, Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) and value chains. However, public sector extension organization is struggling to take up necessary roles and apply new competencies necessary for the success of these modern methods. In this context, this study was undertaken to investigate the perception of extension agents of the value of modern extension methods in improving image and service quality of the extension services in Trinidad and Tobago. Descriptive statistics and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression analysis were conducted to analyze data collected during March and May 2015 using a structured, self-reporting questionnaire from 106 extension agents. The findings of the study indicated that extension agents held positive perceptions of the value of modern methods in improving image and service quality. Age, education and experience are important predictors of perception of modern methods. Agents belonging to the medium experience (5.1 to 10 years) group had more formidable perceptions about the value of modern methods in improving image and service quality. Supervisors and managers had a positive perception of the value of modern methods. The study argued for a capacity development initiative using a strategy of coaching and training and targeting new entrants and middle aged extension agents.

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Is demand the answer? An exploration of pro-poor, demand-led research

Heffernan

Misturelli

2011

Livestock Science

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Competence Challenges of Demand-Led Agricultural Research and Extension in Uganda

Cited by 30 publications

References 10 publications

Barriers and Coping Mechanisms Relating to Agroforestry Adoption by Smallholder Farmers in Zimbabwe

Barriers and Coping Mechanisms Relating to Agroforestry Adoption by Smallholder Farmers in Zimbabwe

Value of modern extension methods in improving image and quality of extension: Perception of extension agents in Trinidad and Tobago

Is demand the answer? An exploration of pro-poor, demand-led research

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