Farming Systems Research and Extension Approach
A. Characteristics of FSRE
- Farmer based
- Problem-solving
- Comprehensive
- Interdisciplinary
- Complementary
- Interactive
- Dynamic
- Responsible to society
B. Steps of FSR/E
- Locating target area and stratifying the sub area
- Interdisciplinary research team review secondary data, primary survey and build the knowledge of local area
- Sets stage for on farm research program
- On farm research and analysis
- Extension of result
C. The technology generated in the FSR sites includes
a) Identification of agronomic and horticultural crop varieties suitable for hill condition
b) Development of cultural practices in agronomy and horticulture suitable for hill condition
c) Development of suitable husbandry practices for raising cattle, buffaloes, ships, goats, rabbits, and poultry
d) Development of management and protection practice fro forestry and pastures
D. Four basic types of farming system trails are carried out under FSRE
a) Local resources under local management
b) Local resources under improved management
c) Improved resources under local management
d) Improved resources under improved management