Innovation system approach to agricultural development: Policy implications for agricultural extension delivery in Nigeria

Agwu, Ei Shu, Dimelu, Usha Nandhini M, M C Madukwe, О. М. Чабанюк · 2008 · AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Summary. Nigeria's agricultural sector requires a shift from traditional research-extension models to an innovation systems approach. The paper argues that sustainable agricultural development demands holistic consideration of policy frameworks, human capital, infrastructure, and knowledge flows—not just R&D investment. Government should enact favorable policies, strengthen farmer and private sector innovation, and ensure extension workers integrate institutional context into technology packages delivered to farmers.

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Agwu, Shu, E., Dimelu, M, U. N., Madukwe, M. C., & Чабанюк, О. М.. (2008). Innovation system approach to agricultural development: Policy implications for agricultural extension delivery in Nigeria. AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY. https://doi.org/10.5897/ajb08.289

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DOI: 10.5897/ajb08.289
Countries: Nigeria
Regions: Africa
Categories: agtech, policy, regional-innovation-systems
Added: 2026-04-28