suriname in action title of the policy measure restructuring of the agriculture extension services
TRANSCRIPT
.. Suriname in Action
TITLE OF THE POLICY MEASURE
Restructuring of the Restructuring of the agriculture extension agriculture extension
servicesservices
.. Suriname in Action
DESCRIPTION OF THE POLICY MEASURE
This activity will rethink, redesign and restructure the extension system to facilitate effectively the implementation of National Agriculture Policy.
The project is focused on developing the necessary capacity and system to effectively and timely deliver extension services to stakeholders.
The agricultural extension services will be adapted to the needs of the stakeholders
Improvement and the establishment of effective internal and external with respectively internal and external stakeholders is crucial to the success of this activity
Extension services are a core task of the Ministry of AAHF The ministry is in the process of drafting a white paper on restructuring
the extension services
.. Suriname in Action
DESCRIPTION OF THE POLICY MEASURE (2)
The white paper will be drafted with technical assistance of the FAO. Preparation of the project such as TOR, identification of Counterpart team and identification of consultants are nearly completed.
Stakeholders will be involved through consultations and workshops.
Support of clusterprograms, such as demonstration farms initiatives, greenhouse development a.o.
.. Suriname in Action
STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE (1)
increased and high quality extension services on sustainable crop and soil management, good agricultural practices, IPM and post harvest management(handling) and farm management are critical success factors to improving agricultural health, food safety and food security
Agriculture Extension is the most important task of LVV. It is the basis for creating an enabling environment for development of the agricultural sector
Establishing improved agricultural extension will also improve the internal and external communication with internal and external stakeholders, which is an important strategic issues for realization of the national agriculture policy
.. Suriname in Action
STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE (2)
Improved extension is a critical succes factor to develop better supply chains in the agricultural sector. Better supply chains will lead to increase of production and quality, diversification of products, development of processing, increase of capacity, income generation, increase of export and trade, economic development etc.
Extension services and communication are critical success factors for achieving the policy objectives the national agriculture policy
Extension is the link/translation between demand driven and innovative research results from research departments and the other chain stakeholders
.. Suriname in Action
MARKETS
CARICOM member states LATAM and other new markets Niche markets Local market; local production chain (cultivation, supply,
consumer and processing chain members)
.. Suriname in Action
ACTIONS TO CARRY OUTSTEP-BY-STEP PLAN(WHAT, WHO, WHEN)
Activity Responsible Date
Analysis of the structure of the Agricultural extension service, whereby tasks, responsibilities and authorities are being illustrated
Consultancy team According to contract
Proposed effective agricultural structure per region including main products, staffing and present subject matter specialists and other personnel
.
Requirements with regard to subject matter specialist and other expertise
Proposal for an effective and improved structure
1
2
3
4
.. Suriname in Action
Activity Responsible Date
Identifying effectiveness of the extension and indicators for measuring the impact of the service
Proposing training needs for both MOA extension staff and farmers
Presenting a profile of an extension agent (in the new style)
Presenting a incentive system for extension workers
Presenting newly developed participatory extension methodologies and strategies complying with the current challenges in the Agricultural sector
5
6
7
8
9
ACTIONS TO CARRY OUTSTEP-BY-STEP PLAN(WHAT, WHO, WHEN)
.. Suriname in Action
Activity Responsible Date
Transforming the current regional MOA offices and institutions into Knowledge Centers
Outlining the feasibility of commercialized extension service
Development of policy with regard to upgrading of the level of organization amongst the farming population
Based on the restructured extension service, outline the financial implications in the next five years
10
11
12
13
ACTIONS TO CARRY OUTSTEP-BY-STEP PLAN(WHAT, WHO, WHEN)
.. Suriname in Action
Resources NeededRESOURCE (financial and other e.g., facilities, services, etc.)
Estimated Cost Possible Sources
FAO USD 16.000
LVV p.m.
.. Suriname in Action
PRODUCTS/ RESULTSMEASURES OF SUCCESS
(Implementation of XX, by what date)
White Paper Extension Services Date: August 2012
Approved budget 2013 Date: December 2012
Implementation white paper Date: January 2013
.. Suriname in Action
LEADERSHIP INFLUENCE LEADER(s)
(“Trekker”) PHILIP ALGOE
TECHNICAL LEADER(s) CONSULTANTS
EXTENSION COUNTERPART TEAM U. Taus, R. Sanches, M. Silos, J. Wirth, N.
Barron, R. Jubitana, M. Callebaut, I. Wijngaarde
.. Suriname in Action
Summary Table of TasksActivity Responsible Date Resources
Terms of reference Philip .
Submission to FAO Dir. LVV May 2012
Contracting Consultants FAO June 2012
Consultancy mission FAO/Consultans June-July 2012
Draft Report FAO/Consultants July 2012
Final report FAO/Consultants August 2012
Implementation extension program
Min. of AAHF Jan. 2013
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9