AGRIC.RESEARCH & EXT

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The basic objective of the proposed Project is to improve essential smallholder support services by: (i) adaptive localized research; (ii) extension services including demonstration; (iii) agricultural information services; and (iv) veterinary service together with associated improvement in training and support facilities. The project includes: (i) experimental plots and demonstration farms at eight agricultural centers on seven major islands; (ii) pre-service and in-service training and overseas study tours and fellowships for extension services, and training of young farmers at demonstration farms and assistance to Tagabe Agricultural School; (iii) introduction of group extension efforts and cluster planting, along with support facilities for the extension service in communication, transportation, housing, and storage; (iv) assistance in the development of motivational campaigns and information materials by the Information Office, plus associated equipment and training fellowships; (v) veterinary laboratory and training for laboratory technicians; (vi) facilities and services for a Project Office; and (vii) consultant services for agricultural training, extension services, and agricultural services.