Many farmers fail to benefit from technological and other advances.
In too many countries, the productivity and incomes of the poorer farmers have stagnated or even decreased. This is not solely due to a lack of investment in education, research or extension. It can also be traced to a number of other causes, such as poorly functioning markets for inputs, products, or credit. They have not been responsive enough in addressing the problems and opportunities facing farmers. The system integrates farmers, agricultural educators, researchers and extensionists to harness knowledge and information from various sources for better farming and improved livelihoods.