The paper explores measures put in place by the Zambian government over the years to enhance the small-holder farmers’ access to appropriate agricultural technologies and the management of the Fertilizer Support Programme. The paper focusses on the development of appropriate technology for small-holder farmers, who constitute the majority of the agricultural population in Zambia. Of significance are the analysis of government policy on the development on appropriate technologies and the management of the Fertilizer Support Programme to the advantage of small-holder farmers.
The paper finds the significance of small-holder farmers in economic development as a crucial factor. The paper further finds the government with no choice but to pursue the agriculture sector vision of an efficient, competitive, sustainable and export lead agriculture sector that assures food security and increased incomes. This entails the development of appropriate technologies and policy initiatives ideal to small holder farmers at every level.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Development and Poverty
- Statement of the Problem
- Objectives of the Study
- Methodology of the Study
- Agriculture and Development - Review of Literature
- Agriculture Terminology
- Development Concept
- Technology for Agriculture Development
- Transferred Technology
- Case of Appropriate Agricultural Technologies
- Appropriate Technology Concept
- Agriculture Development in Zambia
- Technology Development
- Mechanization Policy
- Reform of Technology Policy
- Appropriate Agricultural Technologies for Small-holder Farmers
- Problem of Transferred Technology
- Appropriate Technology Policy
- Agricultural Research and Development
- Fertilizer Support Programme
- Study Findings and Comments
- Role of Small- Holder Farmers in Agriculture Development
- Appropriate Development Technologies for Small-holder Farmers
- Implementation of the Fertilizer Support Programme (FSP)
- Options for Government
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the Zambian government's efforts to improve small-holder farmers' access to appropriate agricultural technologies and the management of the Fertilizer Support Programme. The focus is on developing suitable technologies for small-holder farmers, who constitute the majority of Zambia's agricultural population.
- Development of appropriate agricultural technologies for small-holder farmers
- Management of the Fertilizer Support Programme in Zambia
- The role of small-holder farmers in Zambia's economic development
- The challenges of poverty and limited development in rural Zambia
- Government policies and initiatives aimed at promoting agricultural development
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the concept of development, particularly in developing economies like Zambia. It highlights the challenges of poverty and its impact on rural communities, emphasizing the need for development initiatives focused on improving the lives of small-holder farmers.
- Agriculture and Development - Review of Literature: This chapter delves into the concept of agriculture and its role in development. It explores various aspects of agricultural terminology, the concept of development, and the significance of technology in agriculture. It discusses the importance of appropriate technology, particularly in the context of small-holder farmers.
- Agriculture Development in Zambia: This chapter examines the specific context of agriculture development in Zambia. It analyzes government policies and initiatives related to technology development, mechanization, and the overall reform of technology policies aimed at promoting agricultural productivity.
- Appropriate Agricultural Technologies for Small-holder Farmers: This chapter focuses on the challenges associated with transferred technology and highlights the importance of developing appropriate technologies for small-holder farmers. It explores the role of research and development in creating technologies that cater to the specific needs of this sector.
- Fertilizer Support Programme: This chapter delves into the Fertilizer Support Programme, a key government initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity. It examines the implementation of the programme and its impact on small-holder farmers.
- Study Findings and Comments: This chapter analyzes the findings of the study, including the role of small-holder farmers in agriculture development, the effectiveness of appropriate technologies, and the implementation of the Fertilizer Support Programme. It also explores policy options for the government to further enhance agricultural development.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The paper focuses on key terms and concepts such as development policy, agriculture, appropriate technology, small-holder farmers, Fertilizer Support Programme, management, mechanization policy, agriculture research, and technology policy.
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- Stephen Gumboh (Author), 2012, Promotion of Appropriate Agricultural Technologies and the Management of the Fertilizer Support Programme in Zambia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/231255
