Bernardo, F.A. (author / Director, SEARCA, Los Banos, Laguna, Philippines; and President, the Asian Association of Agricultural Colleges and Universities (AAACU) YR 1985) and Director, SEARCA, Los Banos, Laguna, Philippines; and President, the Asian Association of Agricultural Colleges and Universities (AAACU) YR 1985
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Conference paper
Publication Date:
unknown
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International
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 54 Document Number: C01136
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AgComm Teaching; See also ID C01252 to C01275, In: Symposium on education for agriculture; 1984 November 12-16; Manila, Philippines. Manila, Philippines : the International Rice Research Institute, 1985. 21 p.
Flautt, Maci (author), Giaccaglia, Laura (author), Hutchinson, Thomas (author), Twiner, Ann (author), Whitt, Anna Lyn (author), and Boggan, Ricky (author)
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unknown
Publication Date:
unknown
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USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 168 Document Number: C28247
8 pages., Via online journal., The Agricultural Extension Service at the University of California (UC) was established in Humboldt County in 1913 preceding the nationwide establishment of the extension service in 1914.
Improving rangelands by controlling weeds and brush, seeding, fertilization, and grazing management has been a continuing theme of research by UC since the late 1800s.
Restoration of annual-dominated grasslands with native perennials has been a recurring research theme that continues to challenge grassland researchers.
The complexity of research questions and education programs increased when environmental issues including grazing effects on riparian areas, oak regeneration, wildlife habitat, and water quality began to influence range research and extension programs in the 1980s.
A more diversified range extension audience evolved with the increase in small farms and ranches and diversification of agency staff in response to affirmative action.
19 pages., This article reports on a technology stewardship training program to promote ICT leadership development with agricultural extension practitioners in Sri Lanka. Researchers used a multi-method approach with a single embedded case study. Data were collected using a pre-course survey, formal course evaluation, classroom observation, and semi-structured interviews with participants. Kirkpatrick's four-level evaluation model was used to structure analysis of the results. Findings from this study show a positive response to technology stewardship training among agricultural extension practitioners in the course, that learning objectives of the course are achievable when offered as an in-service training program, that self-confidence with ICT is improved, and that some participants applied their learning in a post-course activity. Results from the study also raise a number of considerations for future course design in order to better support digital leadership development in practice. Technology stewardship training shows promise as a form of ICT leadership education for agricultural communities of practice in Sri Lanka and elsewhere. This article contributes to a better understanding of the role of social learning among communities of practice in agricultural extension services, and in contributing to effective use of ICT for agriculture development more broadly.
12 pages., The rapidly expanding end-use markets for cassava implies a surge in the production and processing of cassava roots into various value-added forms. This study investigated the information needs of cassava farmers on cassava value addition technologies in Oyo State, Nigeria, to ascertain areas of information gap for farmers to maximally exploit the opportunities inherent in the product value addition. Using a multistage sampling procedure, 130 registered cassava farmers were sampled and interviewed. Data were collected on respondents’ personal and enterprise characteristics, access to information, perceived benefits and constraints to accessing information and information needs on cassava value addition. Data were analysed using percentages, means and correlational analysis at p=0.05. Results indicate that respondents were married (91.5%), with mean farm size and farming experience of 2.3 ha and 20.1±13.8 years, respectively, while fellow farmers ranked first as major source of information. Though respondents were constrained with low income (70.0%), they reckoned that if they had access to information on value addition, their postharvest loss will be reduced (89.2%). Respondents had information gap on information needs on cassava adhesives (1st), glucose syrups (2nd) and confectionaries (3rd). Farming experience (r = -.236), constraints (r = -.288) and access to sources of information were significantly related to respondents’ information needs. It is recommended that information on improved cassava value addition technologies be made available to cassava farmers through relevant sources, especially during emergencies coupled with hands –on training for effective application of information acquired.
Keywords: Information needs, Information sources, Access to information, Cassava value addition technologies.
six pages, The sustainability of organic agriculture is associated with the farmers’ experience, quality of information provided, management of risks, and compliance with legislation. The objectives of this study were to identify the sources used by the organic farmers to gain information related to organic production, and to assess organic farmers’ perceived attitudes towards extension services. To address the research objectives, in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 organic farmers in central Pennsylvania. The interviews were digitally recorded and transcribed verbatim, categorized and coded, then thematically analyzed using an interpretive description methodology. The results showed that the extension services were not identified as a primary source of information that was frequently used by the organic farmers. Other organic farmers and organizationa for organic agriculture were the two primary sources of informaiton. The organic farmers were very adept at building social capital in seeking informaiton to address their issues and problems. The primary challenges faced by the organic farmers were the control of insects and weeds, and weather-related issues. The results highlighted that in addition to identifying viable information sources, factors such as adaptive capacities to climate change and certification were key to successful production in organic systems. The present study provides rich and deep information on how farmers perceive organic agriculture and extension services. The outcome of the research undertaken will enable planners, policy makers and the related Cooperative Extension personnel to better understand perceptions of the farmers to devise viable and workable policies and plans that address the concerns and challenges of the farmers.
India: Indian Society of Extension Education, International Fund for Agricultural Development, Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 133 Document Number: C20505
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Burton Swanson Collection, various pages, 2 documents, from "International Conference on Extension Strategy for Miniminzing Risk in Rainfed Agriculture
Wilson, M.C. (author / USDA, Office of Cooperative Extension Work, Extension Studies) and USDA, Office of Cooperative Extension Work, Extension Studies
Format:
Report
Publication Date:
unknown
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 44 Document Number: B05359
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James F. Evans Collection, Washington, D.C. : United States Department of Agriculture, 1926. 20 p. (Department Bulletin no. 1384), With a background of 10 years of cooperative extension work under the Smith-Lever Act, extension administrators and supervisors everywhere are seeking definite information upon which to base decisions affecting the future conduct of the work. Facts rather than opinions are needed. The field study reported in this bulletin was made by the Office of Cooperative Extension Work, in cooperation with the State extension services of Iowa, New York, Colorado, and California. Considerable light is thrown upon concrete problems concerning which extension leaders have long desired reliable information. The determination, in any adequate degree, of the results of extension teaching is a most complex matter. Only some of the most obvious results are here shown. It is hoped the present study mat be the basis for more comprehensive studies in the future. (original)
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 116 Document Number: C11852
Journal Title Details:
pp. 61-63
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Presentation at The Sixth Annual Conferences of The American Association of Agricultural College Editors at Knoxville, TN, June 20-22, 1918, Proceedings of The Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Annual Conferences of The American Association of Agricultural College Editors by Subject Term(s)
Agricultural Communicators in Education (ACE) in 1919
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: C22480
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Agricultural Publishers Association Record, Jan 1, 1920 - Jul 1, 1920, Series No. 8/3/80, Box 3, University of Illinois Archives., Agricultural Publishers Association Departmental, Associated Advertising Clubs of the World Convention, Indianapolis, Indiana, June 7, 1920. 3 pages., Describes the relation of county agenty work to better business conditions, and particularly as it applies to advertising.
USA: Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08963
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Page 23 in Lucinda Crile, Findings from studies of bulletins, news stories, and circular letters. Extension Service Circular 488. Revision of Extension Service Circular 461, which it supersedes. May 1953. 24 pages. Summary of Extension Service Circular 151, U.S. Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 1931. 17 pages.
Brief summary of a talk by John R. Fleming, writer for the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, at 1931 AAACE convention, Corvallis, Oregon. He said he doubts whether it is possible for Extension to be both a propaganda and an educational institution at the same time. "As editors who want something intellectually satisfying to work for, we shall probably prefer that Extension pursue the path of education." American Association of Agricultural College Editors.
USA: Federal Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08942
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Page 10 in Grace Gallup and Lucinda Crile, Bibliography on Extension Research, November 1943-1948. Library List No. 48. USDA Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. U.S. Brief description of a study by the U.S. Extension Service. 1944. 11 pages.
USA: Federal Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08928
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Page 6 in Grace Gallup and Lucinda Crile, Bibliography on Extension Research, November 1943-1948. Library List No. 48. USDA Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. July 1949. Brief summary published by the U.S. Extension Service, Washington, D.C. 1944. 19 pages.
USA: Federal Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08923
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Page 11 in Lucinda Crile, Review of Extension Studies - January to June 1949, Extension Service Circular 460, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. July 1948. Digest of author's master's thesis, Iowa State University, Ames. Published by the Extension Service, North Carolina Agriculture College, Raleigh. 1948. 2 pages.
USA: Federal Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08922
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Pages 15-17 in Lucinda Crile, Review of Extension Studies - July to December 1949, Extension Service Circular 464, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. Abstract of author's PhD thesis, University of Chicago. January 1950. Abstract published by the Division of Extension Education, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. 1948. 9 pages.
USA: Federal Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08921
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Page 11 in Lucinda Crile, Review of Extension Studies - January to June 1950, Extension Service Circular 470, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. July 1950. Summary of findings from analytic studies of four phases of extension work in Colorado, Colorado Agriculture College Extension, Fort Collins. 1950. 12 pages., Includes analysis of changes in older youth activities by agricultural and home Extension workers during that period.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08616
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Located in Review of Extension Studies, volumes for 1946-1956, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., Summary of an essay for the master of science in education, Cornell University, Ithaca. 43 pages.
USA: Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08892
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Summary on pages 17-18 in Lucinda Crile, Review of Extension Research - January to December 1953, Extension Service Circular 493, January 1954. Involves a Master of Education thesis, Colorado Agricultural and Mechanical College, Fort Collins. 1952. 73 pages.
USA: Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08893
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Pages 23-25 in Lucinda Crile, Review of Extension Research - January to December 1953, Extension Service Circular 493, January 1954. Summary of the author's Master of Science thesis, Iowa State College, Ames. 1953. 236 pages.
Spaven, J.W. (author / University of Vermont, College of Agriculture, Office of Information) and University of Vermont, College of Agriculture, Office of Information
Format:
Book
Publication Date:
Circa 1955
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 21 Document Number: B02331
Notes:
See also ID B02332, B02502;, Theodore Hutchcroft Collection, East Lansing, MI : National Project in Agricultural Communications(NPAC), [19-]. 24 p. (Number 3 in a Series)
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08637
Notes:
Located in Review of Extension Studies, volumes for 1946-1956, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., Summary of thesis research for the master of science degree, Prairie View Agr. and Mech. College, Prairie View, Texas. 65 pages.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: Byrnes4 Document Number: C12406
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Francis C. Byrnes Collection, Presentation at the annual Conference for Agricultural Services in Foreign Areas, Washington, D.C., October 17-19, 1955. 8 p.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08634
Notes:
Located in Review of Extension Studies, volumes for 1946-1956, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., Summary of research report. Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station, Columbia. Bulletin 668. 20 pages.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: D08633
Notes:
Located in Review of Extension Studies, volumes for 1946-1956, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., Summary of thesis for the master of science degree, Cornell University, Ithaca. 57 pages.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 39 Document Number: B04477
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Hal R. Taylor Collection (abstract), Madison, WI : University of Wisconsin, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Research Division, 1957. 51 p. (Research Bulletin 203)
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 32 Document Number: B03339
Notes:
Phase II; Contains Table of Contents and Introduction only. Summary available in Main Stacks 630.73 Un364r., Madison, WI : University of Wisconsin, 1960. 99 p. (Master thesis, cooperative extension education)
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 32 Document Number: B03330
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Phase II; Contains Preface only. Abstract available in Main Stacks 630.73 Un364r., Chicago : University of Chicago, Department of Eduction, 1960. 247 p. (Ph D. dissertation)
Pages 34-35 in Extension Circular 534, Review of Extension Research, January through December 1960, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. Summary of thesis research for master of science in cooperative extension education, University of Wisconsin, Madison. 1960. 99 pages.
Pages 56-58 in Extension Circular 534, Review of Extension Research, January through December 1960, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. Summary of thesis research for master of science in cooperative extension administration, University of Wisconsin, Madison. 1959. 123 pages.
Pages 31-32 in Extension Circular 534, Review of Extension Research, January through December 1960, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. Summary of thesis research for master of science in home demonstration methods, University of Tennessee, Knoxville. 1959. 67 pages.
Pages 59-61 in Extension Circular 534, Review of Extension Research, January through December 1960, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. Summary of dissertation research for doctor of philosophy in extension education, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. 1960. 278 pages.
Wolfe, J.R.M. (author / Extension Training and Research Officer, Department of Agriculture and Stock, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) and Extension Training and Research Officer, Department of Agriculture and Stock, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Format:
Journal article
Publication Date:
1962
Published:
Australia
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 45 Document Number: B05477
