Moeller, G.H. (author), Seal, D.T., eds (author), and Moeller: USDA, Forest Service; Seal: Northern Research Station, Forestry Commission, UK
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1984
Published:
UK
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 68 Document Number: C02834
Notes:
James F. Evans Collection; Contains Table of Contents and Preface only, London, UK : Her Majesty's Stationery Office, 1984. 113 p. (Forestry Commission Bulletin 61)
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 93 Document Number: C06938
Notes:
AGRICOLA CAT 91964037; Includes Table of Contents and Summary Report, Luxembourg : Commission of the European Communities, Directorate-General, Telecommunications, Information Industries and Innovation, 1990. viii, 110 p. (Agriculture series: EUR 11570 EN)
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.
O'Leary, P. (author), Stinner, R.E. (author), Thach, M.J. (author), Van Duyn, J. (author), and North Carolina State University; Iowa State University; Cotton Incorporated
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1997
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 101 Document Number: C08712
Notes:
Thach, 1997 Beltwide Cotton Conference. January 6-10, New Orleans, LA. p. 72.
Woodruff, Archibald M., ed. (author / Vice President, Lincoln Foundation, and President Emeritus, University of Hartford) and Vice President, Lincoln Foundation, and President Emeritus, University of Hartford
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
1980
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 75 Document Number: C03887
Notes:
Conference proceedings of the 58th American Assembly; 1980 April 10-13; Arden House, Harriman, NY; Contains Table of Contents, Preface, and Introduction only, Englewood Cliffs, NJ : Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1980. 184 p.
Thomson, Joan S. (author) and Stringer, Sharon B. (author)
Format:
Conference proceedings
Publication Date:
2001-07-28
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 116 Document Number: C11978
Journal Title Details:
9 pages
Notes:
The document is available in electronic or paper format, Paper presented to the Research Special Interest Group, 2001 ACE/NETC Meeting, Toronto, Canada, 28 July- 01 August 2001
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 98 Document Number: C08038
Notes:
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.)
