Understanding Extension Support Services Provided for Rice Farmers by the Local Government Unit (LGU) in Alangalang, Leyte, Philippines
Keywords:
Extension services, satisfaction, seed subsidy, rice farmers, PhilippinesAbstract
This study aims to elucidate the extension support services for rice farmers provided by the Local Government Unit (LGU) in Alangalang, Leyte, Philippines. A total of 108 rice farmers selected at random were the respondents of this study. A structured questionnaire was employed to collect the needed information, and descriptive measures were used to analyze and interpret the collected data. Based on the data, the result revealed that the beneficiaries of the subsidies were highly satisfied with the rice seed subsidy, fertilizer subsidy, and crop insurance, while in farm advisory and training, the farmers are moderately satisfied with the services provided. In addition, rice farmers in the area face various challenges in support services programs, including delayed distribution, unfair service distribution, irregular evaluation, a limited number of extension workers, and poor input supply, which are described as serious problems. Moreover, the lack of information updates and limited funding support are considered very serious problems. Conclusively, the LGU should have training seminars and workshops focusing on modern rice farming techniques and sustainable farming practices to help farmers in times of need. The study suggests that farmers must be provided with enough agricultural extension agents by the LGU to help them solve their problems and obtain sustainability.
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