The role of public extension in introducing environment-friendly farming methods in Turkey
Makaleler > Tam Makale · 1995
Yazarlar: T. Kumuk, S. Akgüngör
European Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension, Uluslararası, 1995, cilt 1, ss 65-74
DOI: 10.1080/13892249485300341
Özet
Public good will towards the investment in research and extension on environment-friendly production practices is the justification for publicly funded extension services. Although there are major environmental problems associated with agricultural production in Turkey, the present role of public extension service to control and reduce adverse environmental effects is minimal. The short term goal of the publicly funded agricultural extension is to establish a control and enforcement system which will ensure that the current production practices cause as little harm as possible to the environment. In the long term, however, publicly provided investment in research and extension on sustainable agricultural systems is necessary. The investments should aim towards ensuring a wholesome food supply for the community whilst maintaining the quality of the environment and natural resources.