What are the primary benefits of agricultural extension services?

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What are the primary benefits of agricultural extension services?

  1. Increased crop diversity and yield ✓
  2. Enhanced knowledge and skills of farmers
  3. Improved market access for agricultural products
  4. Preservation of traditional farming practices

Explanation

Primary benefits: improved farming practices leading to higher yields, better pest and disease management, efficient use of inputs (fertilizers, water), and adoption of new technologies.

Additional benefits: market linkages, access to credit information, farmer organization support, and nutrition education for farm families.

Extension services are particularly valuable for smallholder farmers who lack resources to access information independently.

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