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Facilitating Positive Relationships with Farmers for On-Farm Research
Johnson, Laura O. Grubinger, Vernon
Johnson, Laura O.
Grubinger, Vernon
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On-farm research is a great tool for conducting agricultural studies under “real world” conditions. It is also a great way to engage farmers in the design, implementation, and interpretation of research. However, the success of on-farm studies depends on good communication with farm hosts. This fact sheet summarizes some recommendations to achieve that. Recommendations include the following themes: initial contact with farms, considerations about participation agreement, farm visit etiquette, biosecurity, and actions during and at the conclusion of the project. Positive relationships between researchers and farmers can be enjoyed when careful attention is paid to some important communication and behavioral norms.
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2025-01-01