In order to promote cocoa production and assist cocoa farmers in overcoming diseases in this crop, the government of Cameroon created an experimental corporation called Societe de Developpement du Cacao (SO.DE.CAO) in 1974. This organization functioned much like an extension service to provide information about crop production and disease control.…

Discussion of the Nigerian government's efforts to improve agricultural productivity focuses on the role of rural libraries. Highlights include the neglect of libraries, the need for functional education for farmers, the role of library services, libraries as distributors of extension materials, and suggestions for improvements. (LRW)

The impact of rural emigration on the farming communities of Nigeria is demonstrated by the rising age structure and increasing illiteracy among farm villages. It is suggested that the Universal Primary Education program should be expanded to include courses geared toward the life of rural people and their social and economic environment. (JMF)