Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Performance Outcomes of Agricultural Extension Services on Smallholder Farmers in Gaza Region, Mozambique: A Three-Year Ethnographic Study

Ndorowa Nhamo, Lúrio University Mudala Matula, Department of Research, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária (INIA) Zavala Zavanda, Department of Research, Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM), Maputo Maguila Magulu, Department of Research, Lúrio University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18974797
Published: December 9, 2012

Abstract

This study examines the impact of agricultural extension services on smallholder farmers in the Gaza Region of Mozambique, focusing on productivity outcomes over a three-year period. This study employs an ethnographic approach, involving extensive fieldwork in rural Mozambique. Data collection includes interviews, observations, and document reviews to capture nuanced insights into farmer experiences and service impacts. A notable finding is that farmers who received targeted training services saw a significant 20% increase in crop yields compared to those without such support, highlighting the effectiveness of tailored interventions. The study concludes that while agricultural extension services offer potential for boosting productivity among smallholder farmers, sustained engagement and local adaptation are crucial for achieving sustainable outcomes. Recommendations include integrating farmer feedback into service delivery strategies and fostering partnerships between extension providers and community leaders to enhance programme effectiveness.

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Ndorowa Nhamo, Mudala Matula, Zavala Zavanda, Maguila Magulu (2012). Performance Outcomes of Agricultural Extension Services on Smallholder Farmers in Gaza Region, Mozambique: A Three-Year Ethnographic Study. African Marketing Communications, Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18974797

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African GeographySmallholder AgricultureEthnographyFarmer KnowledgeExtension EffectivenessImpact AssessmentCommunity Engagement

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