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Ask African farmers about their research and technology needs
Leonard Nduati Kariuki (pictured below) of Kenya, president of the International Federation of Agricultural Producers’ African farmers’ committee, is warning of a “new technological colonialism.” It’s a reference to developing countries’ ugly practice of creating shortsighted aid programs, and the … Continue reading
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Video as an emerging agricultural extension tool
Radio has traditionally been held out as the go-to communications technology for agricultural extension work in underdeveloped countries. Now, a new study is showing the potential for video, too. In central Benin, a study of video in triggering improved rice … Continue reading
