Speaker
Description
Nwangbo, A. F.
Federal College of Education (Technical), Isu, Ebonyi State
francaz2000@yahoo.com
Track: Digital Pedagogy and Teaching Innovation
The study determines the digital extension and auto-delivery strategies required to enhance farmers’ adoption of organic fertilisers in south-east Nigeria. It focuses on the importance of mobile devices, digital extension systems, digital advisories, and digital institutional learning tools in enhancing the awareness and decisions of the farmers. The study adopted a mixed research design for the collection of data from registered farmers, extension agents, and lecturers in the South-East geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The study adopted a proportionate random sampling technique to ensure relative selection of respondents and equal opportunity for the respondents being selected. The study outcomes from inferential statistics and thematic analysis indicate that the use of digital extension and auto-delivery strategies contribute to improved farmers’ adoption of organic fertilisers. This study offers insightful practical recommendations that will aid increased investments in rural digital infrastructure, enhancement of farmers' digital literacy, and collaboration between institutions and extension services.