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Diffusion of Innovations Theory: Case Studies and Discussion

published - 30 July 2018
By Gavin Beever

The Diffusion of Innovations theory was the leading theory in agricultural extension post World War II until the 1970s and there is still considerable interest in it today in agricultural extension, as these case studies demonstrate. It is particularly relevant when extension is concerned with adoption of a particular technology […]

Diffusion of Innovation, Extension planning, Extension Principles

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What is Extension?

published - 2 December 2016
By Gavin Beever

Extension is the practice of transferring information, knowledge or skills that can assist individuals, families, communities, organisations or businesses achieve improved economic, social and environmental outcomes and create positive change. This article provides a brief history of Extension in Australia.
Agricultural extension is as old as the domestication of plants and […]

Extension, Extension Described, Extension Principles, History of Extension

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