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ERIC Number: EJ1443060
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 10
Abstractor: As Provided
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EISSN: EISSN-1077-5315
Learning Extension through Firsthand Experiences of Graduate Students in an Amish Community
Raul Villanueva; Yaziri Gonzalez; Izabela Gomes
Journal of Extension, v62 n3 Article 7 2024
Two graduate students and a faculty member of the Department of Entomology at the University of Kentucky developed and implemented a two-year extension program aimed to train Amish farmers on identification and management of their major agricultural problems. Students conducted periodical visits to the community, inquired about farmers' needs, and identified relevant issues, which were outlined to plan two field days offered in their properties. Amish farmers gained knowledge on diverse topics and were eager to receive handouts and publications. Amish were open to apply new technologies and implement them without main changes in their traditional methods of agriculture. The graduate students acquired skills in developing and implementing outreach extension program. Communication and relationship continued with this community after this program was completed.
Clemson University Press. 116 Sigma Drive, Clemson, SC 29634. Tel: 864-656-7156; e-mail: journalofextension@clemson.edu; Web site: https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Kentucky
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