Theory question 110
Agricultural Extension(a) What is Agricultural Extension?
(b) Enumerate seven roles of an Agricultural Extension Worker.
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Model answer
(a) Agricultural extension is the informal education of farmers outside the classroom, bringing improved farming practices and research findings to them to raise production and living standards
(b) Any seven: teaches improved methods; demonstrates new practices; links research and farmers; helps farmers obtain inputs and credit; organises farmers into cooperatives/groups; advises on marketing; collects farmers' problems for research; informs farmers of government policies; motivates adoption of innovations; organises field days and shows; helps in rural community development
Explanation
Define first, then seven separate roles.