Intraorganizational communication: a study of communication/interaction among core subprograms of the Enugu State Agricultural Development Program, Enugu State, Nigeria

    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Iwuchukwu, J. C. (author) and Agwu, A. E. (author)
    Format:
    Online journal article
    Publication Date:
    2012
    URL:
    https://doi.org/10.1080/10496505.2012.694340
    Published:
    Taylor & Francis
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 18 Document Number: D10478
    Journal Title:
    Journal of Agricultural & Food Information
    Journal Title Details:
    13(3): 240-249
    Subject Term:
    agricultural development, communication barriers, communication methods, communication patterns, extension, information needs, organizational communication, rural development, Nigeria (Africa, Western), and effective communication
    Notes:
    11 pages., via online journal., In recognition of the importance of communication in extension work and agriculture, this study assessed communication methods used among core sub-programs of the Enugu State Agricultural Development Program (ENADEP). Sixty-three staff were randomly selected to participate in the study. Statistical tools such as percentage, mean score, and factor analysis were used in data analysis. Findings show that a downward (top-down) communication flow was most common, with posters and workshops as primary communication tools. Technology review meetings and training were major situations in which communication occurred, while achievement of ENADEP objectives was the most important motive for communication. Communicator knowledge about subject matter was the top-rated factor that enhanced communication; security/credibility- and human/autocracy-related problems were major constraints to effective communication. The study recommends a de-emphasis on top-down communication approaches and encourages use of digital/information communication technology (ICT) tools to minimize the gap between generation and dissemination of information and its application.

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