Indicators for Gauging the Effectiveness of Dairy Extension in Ethiopia

Abstract

Modern extension system is being undertaken since 1950s in Ethiopia. However, majority of the farmers still use traditional dairy practices. This study was carried out to assess the effectiveness of dairy extension in disseminating dairy technologies/practices. A cross sectional survey was employed using 50 extension workers in the area of livestock sector. Almost all the selected study variables were significantly influencing the effectiveness of dairy extension. The value of dairy extension effectiveness index was also low.  It necessitates integrated strategy; capacitating extension workers; and selection of model farmers those represent the majority of the farmers in the jurisdiction area.

Keywords: Dairy extension, dissemination, extension effectiveness index, extension worker