Overview of Extension Activities
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Adopted Research Outreach Centers (AROCs)
Bridging Research and Farmers for Sustainable Agriculture
The Adopted Research Outreach Centers (AROCs) initiative, spearheaded by the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), is a transformative model for disseminating improved agricultural technologies to smallholder farmers and schools. By fostering direct collaboration between researchers, extension agents, and farming communities, AROCs enhance food security, empower farmers, and inspire youth engagement in agriculture.
Key Highlights
- Technology Transfer: Distribution of high-yield seeds (e.g., SAMMAZ 37 maize, TME 419 cassava) and farm inputs.
- Farmer Training: Hands-on demonstrations in adopted villages and schools.
- Impact: Over 3,200 farmers reached across 6 centres in FCT and 100,000+ farming families reached Nationally.
- Innovation: Biogas plants for clean energy and modern agronomic practices.
Challenges Addressed
Challenges Addressed: Late funding, herder encroachment, and infrastructure gaps.
Journal of Applied Agricultural Research (JAAR)
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