Date of Publication

2003

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Asian Studies Major in Japanese Studies

Subject Categories

South and Southeast Asian Languages and Societies

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

International Studies

Abstract/Summary

The study compared the economic productivity and social effectivity of an agricultural project sponsored by the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers conducted in two barangays--Arosip and Cabalayangan, in the province of La Union. One barangay was assisted by extension work, while the second barangay was unassisted. The study utilized the descriptive-comparative survey method of research. Respondents of the study included 22 farmer-recipients. Results showed that the farmer-recipients of the agricultural projects who were assisted by extension work were more economically productive and socially effective compared to the other recipients of the same project who were unassisted by extension work. The farm visits rendered by the extensionists contributed to their increased in production and income that consequently led to the increase of their material possessions in the form of farm tools, viand, clothes, more friends. It is concluded that the role of extension work is crucial in any development program addressing the rural farmers. Its importance is especially felt in foreign-sponsored programs, which need extension support to liaise it to the local recipients. Left on their own, the foreign-sponsored projects will not be as easily accepted, supported and sustained.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Accession Number

CDTG003584

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

1 computer optical disc ; 4 3/4 in.

Keywords

Agricultural extension work—Philippines—La Union; Agricultural development projects—Philippines—La Union; Agricultural assistance, Japanese—Philippines

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