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The development of agroforestry education and training is hampered by a shortage of information on agroforestry practices and systems and by institutional constraints which limit effective transfer of existing knowledge. Generation of knowledge through research and the effective sharing of information on agroforestry are critical to the building of a solid resource base for agroforestry education. Networks of individuals and institutions can accelerate the development of resources for agroforestry education. Primary activities of an agroforestry network would include the development and dissemination of training materials on agroforestry, curriculum development and training of teaching staff. Critical considerations for the successful establishment and operation of a network include: (I) focusing the network on a problem and identifying sufficient interest, (2) personnel requirements such as an institution with a strong commitment, and (3) other resource requirements such as funds for network meetings, publications and research.
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MacDicken, K.G., Lantican, C.B. (1990). Resource development for professional education and training in agroforestry. In: Nair, P.K.R., Gholz, H.L., Duryea, M.L. (eds) Agroforestry Education and Training: Present and Future. Forestry Sciences, vol 35. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-2095-8_5
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