Utilization and Effectiveness of ICT as Agricultural Information Delivery System in Thakurgao, Bangladesh

Haque, Md. Enamul; Hoque, Muhammad Ziaul

doi:10.9734/sajsse/2021/v9i230238

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“…Participatory approaches, such as farmer field schools, demonstration farms, and peer-to-peer learning networks, can empower farmers to acquire practical skills, share experiences, and adopt context-specific solutions [27,28]. Furthermore, leveraging digital technologies, such as mobile apps, remote sensing, and precision agriculture tools, can enhance the effectiveness and scalability of extension services, reaching a wider audience and addressing specific needs [29][30][31][32].…”

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Attitude of Aromatic Rice Farmers towards Good Agricultural Practices in Dinajpur, Bangladesh

Hoque,

Lota,

Yeasmin

et al. 2024

SAJSSE

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This study investigated aromatic rice farmers' attitude towards Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, aiming to fill a gap in the literature regarding GAPs adoption in the country's rice cultivation sector. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study utilized a descriptive and diagnostic research design. The sample size consisted of 90 aromatic rice farmers selected through multistage disproportionate random sampling technique. Data were collected through face to face interviews using structured interview schedule, incorporating both open and closed-ended questions. Attitude towards GAPs were assessed using a scale comprising 16 statements on a five-point Likert-type scale. The major findings indicate a predominantly 54.4% respondents possessed positive attitude towards GAPs, with education and extension contact significantly influencing their attitude. Challenges such as cost and accessibility may hinder GAPs adoption, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. The study underscores the importance of educational and extension programs in promoting sustainable practices and calls for addressing barriers to GAPs adoption to enhance agricultural sustainability and farmers' livelihoods.

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confidence: 99%

Attitude of Aromatic Rice Farmers towards Good Agricultural Practices in Dinajpur, Bangladesh

Hoque,

Lota,

Yeasmin

et al. 2024

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“…Consumers' perception towards safety of vegetables in the market was measured using a summated rating (Likert type) scale [26,27]. The scale was prepared with larger number of items initially and subjecting them to editing and screening in the light of pre-testing so as to include only the relevant items reflecting both positive and negative effect on a five-point continuum.…”

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“…Descriptive statistical measures such as range, mean, number and percentage distribution, and standard deviation were used to describe and interpret the data. Chi-square (χ √ ) test was employed to assess the association among the responses of respondents on different perception-related opinions [27]. If the computed value was equal to or greater than the table value of coefficient at a designated level of significance for the relevant degree of freedom, the null hypothesis was rejected and it was concluded that there was a significant relationship between the concerned variables.…”

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Consumers’ Perception on Safety of Vegetables in the Urban Markets of Mymensingh City in Bangladesh

Parveen

Hoque

Afrad

et al. 2023

AJAEES

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The major focus of the study was to explore the safety perception of consumers towards vegetables in the urban markets of Mymensingh city in Bangladesh. The study was carried out through survey of randomly selected sixty vegetable consumers. Data were collected through face-to-face interview method using pre-tested interview schedule. Chi-square (χ√) test was employed to assess the association between socio-economic characteristics and perception towards safety of vegetables. Respondents of the study area showed remarkable individual differences in their selected socio-economic characteristics. Majority of the respondents were middle aged, having higher secondary level of education, small family size, self-employed and earns medium level annual income. Findings revealed that potato, cauliflower, ash gourd, tomato and okra were the most preferred vegetables in the study area. Majority of the respondents perceived those vegetables sold in the retail market is produced with excessive chemicals, mishandling and possess health risk. Irrespective of demographic differences, majority of the respondents agreed that vegetables in the market are not so safe for consumption. Having perceived the unsafe vegetables, majority of the respondents (78.0%) still wish to purchase vegetables from the market. Of course, safety perception of respondents influenced their decision as 22.0 percent of them denied to purchase from market in future. Hence, application of organic fertilizer with limited or no use of pesticides can be a solution to ensure safe vegetables in the market as suggested by the respondents.

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“…As such, any mass-scaled ICT approach that is not properly implemented could conceivably exacerbate the very gender inequalities it seeks to mitigate. For instance, ICT-based educational extension services that focus on increasing agricultural training in the general population could successfully lead to better attended events [27][28][29], but if these larger events are dominated by male attendance, women may be reluctant to participate, especially in traditional male-dominated environments, such as those commonly associated with agriculture.…”

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Large-scale rollout of extension training in Bangladesh: Challenges and opportunities for gender-inclusive participation

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Despite the recognized importance of women’s participation in agricultural extension services, research continues to show inequalities in women’s participation. Emerging capacities for conducting large-scale extension training using information and communication technologies (ICTs) now afford opportunities for generating the rich datasets needed to analyze situational factors that affect women’s participation. Data was recorded from 1,070 video-based agricultural extension training events (131,073 farmers) in four Administrative Divisions of Bangladesh (Rangpur, Dhaka, Khulna, and Rajshahi). The study analyzed the effect of gender of the trainer, time of the day, day of the week, month of the year, Bangladesh Administrative Division, and venue type on (1) the expected number of extension event attendees and (2) the odds of females attending the event conditioned on the total number of attendees. The study revealed strong gender specific training preferences. Several factors that increased total participation, decreased female attendance (e.g., male-led training event held after 3:30 pm in Rangpur). These findings highlight the dilemma faced by extension trainers seeking to maximize attendance at training events while avoiding exacerbating gender inequalities. The study concludes with a discussion of ways to mitigate gender exclusion in extension training by extending data collection processes, incorporating machine learning to understand gender preferences, and applying optimization theory to increase total participation while concurrently improving gender inclusivity.

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Utilization and Effectiveness of ICT as Agricultural Information Delivery System in Thakurgao, Bangladesh

Cited by 4 publications

References 14 publications

Attitude of Aromatic Rice Farmers towards Good Agricultural Practices in Dinajpur, Bangladesh

Attitude of Aromatic Rice Farmers towards Good Agricultural Practices in Dinajpur, Bangladesh

Consumers’ Perception on Safety of Vegetables in the Urban Markets of Mymensingh City in Bangladesh

Large-scale rollout of extension training in Bangladesh: Challenges and opportunities for gender-inclusive participation

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