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Training effectiveness study was conducted in North Gondar Zone in 2013. The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of different technology-based trainings provided to rural farmers on the basis of indicator outcomes (knowledge, skill, confidence and commitment). The finding of this study revealed that the level of awareness, knowledge, and skills of participating farmers have improved on various technical subjects. Although technical effectiveness of trainings is better in terms of knowledge improvement and job performance and average in confidence and skill improvement, there is an urgent need for skill development of farmers who are looking for alternative improvement options in the quality of training. Recommendations include need based hands-on training and establishing functional farmers training centres.

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Training, Effectiveness, Knowledge, Skill, Hands-on Training.

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Rural Land Certification and Changes in Tree Planting Practices

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Authors

Degsew Melak ¹, Sisay Yehuala ¹, Abebe Dagnew ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, University of Gondar, ET
2 Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Gondar, ET

Source

Journal of Rural and Industrial Development, Vol 2, No 2 (2014), Pagination: 37-42

Abstract

A survey was conducted to identify the early impacts of land certification on tree planting. The data were collected through interview schedule, focus group discussion, and key informant interview. A paired-sample t-test was conducted to evaluate the contribution of land certification on tree planting. The results of the study showed that there was a change in number of tree seedlings planted. However, there was no statistically significant increase in number of trees planted after the land certification programme is operational. Both eucalyptus and indigenous tree planting did not show significant differences after issuance of primary of land holding certificate. Though issuance of land certificate has improved sense of ownership of land, including those of women, it failed to facilitate land related investments in the study areas. Therefore, further actions to strengthen investments on private lands through issuance of secondary book holding, and extension intervention should get due attention.

Keywords

Land Certification, Early Impact, Land Related Investments.

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