Farmers Knowledge and Patronage: Illustrating the Arrangement of Agriculture in Arundel Chambers Project Pitchers

Farmers Knowledge and Patronage: Illustrating the Arrangement of Agriculture in Arundel Chambers Project Pitchers

Abstract

This study explores the relationship between farmers' knowledge and their patronage in the Arundel Chambers Project Pitchers, an agricultural initiative in a rural community in the United States. Through a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews with farmers, as well as participant observation and document analysis, we examine the ways in which farmers access knowledge and resources from the project, and how their patronage of the project is influenced by their knowledge and perceptions of its effectiveness. Our findings suggest that farmers' knowledge and patronage are closely intertwined, with those who have greater knowledge of the project and its benefits being more likely to continue their patronage. Additionally, we identify several factors that influence farmers' perceptions of the project, including its responsiveness to their needs, the quality of its services and resources, and the degree of trust they have in its staff and leadership. Overall, our study contributes to a better understanding of the complex dynamics of agricultural initiatives in rural communities and underscores the importance of effective communication and engagement strategies to foster trust and build relationships with farmers.

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Malikye Shaun "Farmers Knowledge and Patronage: Illustrating the Arrangement of Agriculture in Arundel Chambers Project Pitchers".  IEEE Exploration in Machine Learning, 2020.

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Date of Release: 2020
Author(s): Malikye Shaun.
IEEE Exploration in Machine Learning
Page(s): 8
Product Type: Conference/Journal Publications