Title: Decentralization in agricultural extension: implications and priorities

Authors: Emami, Abbas and Ghorbani, Esmaeil

Place: [Richmond Hill, NY]

Publisher: Journal of American science

Year: 2011

Journal: Journal of American science

Volume: Vol. 7, No. 6

PAGE: 185--189

Subject: Rural Decentralization and Local Governance

Keywords: decentralization in government, agricultural extension, public services, economic aspects, governance

Abstract: Decentralization has the potential to enhance the efficacy of agricultural knowledge and information systems. Agricultural extension services are under increasing pressure to become more effective, more responsive to farmers, and less costly to government.

URL: http://www.jofamericanscience.org/journals/am-sci/am0706/32_5595am0706_185_189.pdf

Document type: E-article