Effectiveness Of Extension Services In Organic Farming: A Review

Abstract

Given the increasing need for ecologically friendly and sustainable agricultural systems worldwide, it is critical to comprehend how extension services may help organic farming become more widespread. Using a combination of surveys, interviews, and case studies, the research uses a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the effect of extension services on the adoption rates of organic farming and the overall performance of farms. Preliminary research suggests that farmers' knowledge and comprehension of organic farming concepts are greatly influenced by their availability to extension services. Extension services help raise knowledge of organic farming practices, pest management, soil health, and the overall shift to organic methods through focused training programs, workshops, and one-on-one consultations. The report also emphasizes the favourable relationship that exists between the uptake of organic agricultural methods and the frequency and calibre of extension services. Farmers are more likely to use sustainable practices and follow organic certification requirements if they receive regular, individualized coaching. The study also emphasizes the value of tailored extension strategies that take into account the particular difficulties and advantages that are particular to every farming environment. This study offers insightful information about the critical function extension services play in advancing organic farming. Policymakers and agricultural agencies can play a pivotal role in promoting the broad adoption of sustainable and organic agricultural practices, thereby augmenting the long-term resilience of farming systems and the environment at large, by improving the accessibility, relevance, and adaptability of extension programs.