(a) Mention four target groups of the extension agent. (b) Discuss five important qualities of a good extension worker (c) State four functions of an extens...
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(a) Mention four target groups of the extension agent. (b) Discuss five important qualities of a good extension worker (c) State four functions of an extension worker.
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(a) Four target groups of the extension agent:
- Crop farmers
- Livestock (animal) farmers
- Rural women/farmers' wives
- Youths and school leavers
- Farmers' cooperatives and organisations
(b) Five important qualities of a good extension worker:
- Good knowledge of agriculture: he must be well trained and understand modern farming practices so as to teach farmers correctly.
- Good communication skill: he must be able to pass information clearly in the local language the farmers understand.
- Patience and tolerance: he must be patient with farmers who learn slowly or resist new ideas.
- Honesty and good character: he must be trustworthy so that farmers will believe and accept his advice.
- Ability to relate well with people (good human relations): he must be friendly, approachable and able to win the confidence of the farmers.
(c) Four functions of an extension worker:
- To teach farmers improved and modern farming methods.
- To carry farmers' problems to research stations and bring research findings back to farmers.
- To organise demonstrations, field days, shows and training for farmers.
- To help farmers form and run cooperative societies and obtain inputs and credit.
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