Effectiveness of Application of Knowledge of Agricultural Training Among Farmer-Scientist Training Participants in the Philippines

Authors

  • Byron Amadeus G. Cayabyab University of the Philippines Los Baños
  • Maria Ana T. Quimbo University of the Philippines Los Baños
  • Evelie P. Serrano University of the Philippines Los Baños
  • Filma C. Calalo University of the Philippines Los Baños

Keywords:

agricultural training programs, knowledge application, knowledge transfer

Abstract

This study examined the results of the Farmer-Scientists Training Program in two Luzon municipalities using a qualitative multiple-case study design and Kirkpatrick’s Training Evaluation Model (1998). The research aimed to analyze the effectiveness of application of knowledge of agricultural training and to identify challenges in applying post-training knowledge. Data collection involved a complete enumeration (n=43) among training participants. Semi-structured interviews were conducted along with focus group discussions (FGDs), and key informant interviews (KIIs). Analysis combined percentages and means with qualitative excerpts. The participants’ reactions revealed that 88.4% considered the program relevant and were satisfied with its implementation (9.3 mean satisfaction). All participants could enumerate and explain the topics covered. However, only 76.7% applied their learnings, suggesting barriers to practical implementation. The application of knowledge was reported to enhance productivity, farm efficiency, and social relationships. Challenges included non-technological factors like shifting to business ventures and old age, situation-specific issues such as land suitability and adverse weather, and a lack of support, including insufficient irrigation infrastructure, financial aid, and market linkages. The study recommends expanding the training curriculum to include processing value-added products and promoting market linkage. Collaboration with other funding agencies is also necessary to support the training participants post-training.

Author Biographies

Byron Amadeus G. Cayabyab, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Division of Agricultural Extension and Rural Studies, College of Agriculture and Food Science

Maria Ana T. Quimbo, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Institute for Governance and Rural Development, College of Public Affairs and Development, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Evelie P. Serrano, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Institute for Governance and Rural Development, College of Public Affairs and Development, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Filma C. Calalo, University of the Philippines Los Baños

College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños

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2024-07-25

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Cayabyab, B. A., Quimbo, M. A. ., Serrano, E., & Calalo, F. (2024). Effectiveness of Application of Knowledge of Agricultural Training Among Farmer-Scientist Training Participants in the Philippines. Journal of Agricultural Extension, 28(3), 111–123. Retrieved from https://journal.aesonnigeria.org/index.php/jae/article/view/4257

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Vol. 28 No. 3 (2024): Journal of Agricultural Extension

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