Effective extension for increased productivity and a better quality of life

Abstract

Extension serves as a catalyst for development People must be helped to help themselves and should therefore be involved in their own decision‐making processes. For the participative approach to work. it is imperative that local leaders be trained.

Privatisation is a development phase and not the starting point in development Not all services can be privatised.

It is a mistake to believe that sub‐subsistence farmers are immune to change.

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President of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension.

Extension Specialist, Development Bank of Southern Africa.