Abstract:An effective model for linking agricultural research and extension using a liaison unit has been developed in lowland Bolivia. The liaison unit is based within the Santa Cruz agricultural research centre and works with a range of Intermediate Users (IUs), including Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs), rural development projects and producer associations, which carry out extension. The unit's functions have evolved over time, leading to the development of a wide range of linkage mechanisms with IUs including … Show more
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