Kesseba, Abbas M., ed. (author / Graduate, Cairo University) and Graduate, Cairo University
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1989
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 82 Document Number: C04976
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James F. Evans Collection; Includes Table of Contents, Forward, and Introduction only; Proceedings of a seminar organized by International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) on the Generation and Transfer of Technology for Poor Small Farmers; 1988 June; Korea, Boulder, CO : Westview Press, 1989. 229 p.
Klair, K. (author), Boggia, A. (author), and Richardson, D.W. (author)
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1998-09
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 108 Document Number: C10140
Notes:
search from AgEcon., Proceedings of the Sixth Joint Conference on Agriculture, Food, and the Environment, August 31 - September 2, 1998, Minneapolis, Minnesota
September 1998, 12 pages; Adobe Acrobat PDF 71K bytes, Both policy and market forces are causing unprecedented changes in agricultural structure and management in both the United States and in Europe. These changes will have profound impacts on the role of universities and extension services who provide information and education to farmers. This paper discusses some of the emerging and anticipated
changes in information content and delivery in both the US and the EU. Some of the primary issues US agricultural producers will need to address as a result of the changes in the agricultural industry and policy include: strategic positioning, transferring management capabilities, frequent performance monitoring, evaluating new technology, monitoring external factors, managing information, and accountability. The information needs of farmers in Europe are closely linked to the evolution of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) of the European Union. The general agricultural policy framework is briefly presented in the paper. Price reduction, agri-environmental measures enhancement, and rural development policy are the most important elements of CAP reform. European agriculture is in the midst of major changes, mostly started in 1992, but destined to continue and increase in the near future. Different approaches to manage the agricultural sector involve the need for a different information system for farmers. It means not only new content in information, but also new ways to inform and do technical assistance. The primary information needs out are: farm management, risk management, EU programs and measures, quality production, low input and organic farming, marketing and advertising management, new technology introduction, structural adjustment funds management, investment decisions, rural tourism and recreational activities management. European agriculture is on the path to
large and challenging changes. There is no way for farmers alone to manage these changes, and remain competitive in the market. Providing information has become the most important part of the extension activity. Information must include training sessions, demonstrations in the field, and assessment, together with the farmers, of the activities and the results obtained. There are many similarities in the farm management information needs of farmers in the US and EU. A critical factor for the Extension Services in the future is to adjust rapidly to the changes, and quickly develop new content and delivery plans for farmers' training. The challenge for universities and extension services to respond to the information needs will strain their resources. Collaborative efforts between our institutions may prove more valuable as faculty attempt to develop research and educational programs relevant to the emerging information needs. In addition, cooperation with the growing private sector agricultural education programs will probably be essential if public education and information delivery systems are to remain relevant.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 98 Document Number: C08038
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James F. Evans Collection, Columbia, MO: Cooperative Extension Service, University of Missouri, 1994. 256 p. (Proceedings of a North Central Region Extension workshop for marketing and management specialists, May 24-26, 1994, St. Louis, MO.)
Williams, T.T., ed. (author / Human Resources Development Center, Tuskegee Institute, AL) and Human Resources Development Center, Tuskegee Institute, AL
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1983
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 55 Document Number: C01198
Notes:
Dr. James Evans Collection; Contains table of contents and preface, Tuskegee, AL : Tuskegee Institute, 1983. 170 p.
