Seminar titled ‘Re-imagining Extension through Heritage’ held at UAF

FAISALABAD: Re-imagining extension services through heritage help rebuild trust between extension workers and farmers that will promote latest technology and increase productivity.

It was said by the speakers at an international seminar titled “Re-imagining Extension through Heritage” at University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF).

The seminar was organized by Society of Extension Educationists, Institute of Agri Extension, Education and Rural Development.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr S M Chinthaka Bandara Karalliyadda from Rajarata University of Sri Lanka said that agricultural extension services can be strengthened by reconnecting farmers with their heritage. He highlighted that blending indigenous practices with modern technologies can enhance sustainability at grassroots level. He said that indigenous knowledge is promoting sustainable agricultural development.

He stressed that learning from past is essential to address present and future challenges. He said that ancestors relied on observation, experience and harmony with nature, resulting in developing resilient systems of agriculture.

Director Agriculture Extension Prof Dr Babar Shahbaz said that past knowledge should not be overlooked but preserved and integrated with modern scientific approaches.

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