CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 CHALLENGES FACING YOUTHS IN AGRICULTURE IN KENYA.
Several works and researches point out that agriculture remains a vital sector in solving the problem of youth unemployment in Africa. İn as much as there is awareness of the potential of the agriculture sector, literature points to decline of youth engagement in agriculture whereas they should be championing revitalization of agriculture since they are more innovative (Vale,2012,FAC,2010).Brooks(2012) suggests that if youth contribution is matched with right skills and capital; productivity might be realized. İFAD (2011) point out lack of incentives and drudgery as some of the reasons why youths are disinterested in agriculture. .FAC (2010) stresses the
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2.2.2Inclusion of agriculture on the school curricula
The average age of farm operators is 65 years and older, calling for the need to reinvigorate the youth to take up agriculture as a career (Census of Agriculture, 2007).İn USA there are formal programs in agriculture education at secondary schools, community colleges and universities focusing on three major components-classroom instruction, career experience and leadership development (Lloyd and Osborne, 1998).
In 1985 with the introduction of the 8-4-4 system of education in Kenya, agriculture as a practical subject was made compulsory in all primary and the first two years of secondary education. The objective was spelt out in the syllabus as follows, “
a)….promote an interest in agriculture as an industry and create awareness of opportunities existing in agriculture and related
This initiative brings back much-needed control to communities by promoting local agriculture and providing capital growth to these areas as well.4 Another possible solution in areas that are able to support
Again, I think this is a great opportunity for students to see first-hand the process of farming or growing a produce, the work it takes to package it and get it sent out to the manufactures who are selling the product. If a student has the aspiration or goal to become a farmer, this experience is one that introduce them to the work and type of environment in which they will be.
In his Statement, Thomas Jefferson addresses the issue of an agriculture-based economy. In support of the Yeomen farmers, Jefferson stresses on the fact that farmers should cultivate their land and supply their necessities.
This also seems to have influenced the style, leading from problem to strong emotional statements Saxon’s article possesses a key
The appeals are used to persuade the reader to see the students stress from her point of view. Robbins uses an extensive amount of logos to overload the reader with statistical evidence proving her argument. Logistical evidence backing her claims can be shown when explaining the stress on students has created “16.5
It is impossible for me to not see the importance of agriculture stewardship and advocacy as the son of a 27-year agricultural science teacher. Growing up my life focused on the appreciation of agricultural education. From timber to cattle, cotton to corn, everything we use, consume, or create comes from the earth in some fashion. Without agriculture we would not exist.
The strain theory implies that crime may occur because of the stress or frustration placed on people when
The standing committee that I work with is the House Committee of Agriculture. This committee is one of the most important committees in the United States. It deals with food safety, The Farm Bill, biotechnology and more. There is a lot of legislation passed regarding agriculture. Agriculture also increases the number for job opportunities in my home district, especially West
The turn of the century saw the institutions gaining credibility and introducing new names. The universities focused on local Agricultural research for each state. Reaching out to the communities and allowing them to benefit from their research and work. Agricultural extension taught pest control and fertilizer applications.
As a State FFA Officer, we are the greatest representatives of Agriculture in not only our state, but the nation as well. As agriculturalists, farmers, businessmen and women, government officials, family and friends follow us throughout our year, they will be highly influenced by our example. This year as a State Officer I have a great hope to advocate for agriculture. It is essential to help promote the image of agriculture in a positive way, sharing great stories, ideas and future plans for this industry. The objective as a State FFA Officer is to inspire the people we meet by showing them the opportunities found in agriculture.
The 2008 National Geographic documentary, Stress, Portrait of a Killer, explains stress in many different perspectives. The film discusses its history, who has the most of it, it's mental and physical damages to the body, and how we can reverse its effects. Few are aware of the lasting damages stress has on one’s body; this includes
Those three types of strains will increase the likelihood of experiencing negative emotions in proportion to the duration of stress. The links between strain and crime is that
Unemployment in Kenya is attributed to a number of factors that include: rapid growth of the population and the labour force, skill mismatch, information problems in the labour market, structural adjustment programs, slow or declining economic growth, and the labour market setup, among others. High population growth rate in Kenya has resulted in a relatively young population and a large population of youth in the population of the working age (Njonjo, 2010). This increase in the youthful population and increasing labour force has led to labour supply outstripping demand. Consequently, unemployment, especially among the youth, has surged. In particular, high population growth has resulted in higher levels of unemployment.
Introduction: Unemployment generally defined as the number of persons who are willing to work for the current wage rates in society but not employed currently. Unemployment reduces the long run growth potential of the economy. When the situation arises where there are more other resources for the production and no man power leads to wastage of economic resources and lost output of goods and services and this has a great impact on government expenditure directly (Clark, 2003). High unemployment causes less consumption of goods and services and less tax payments results in higher government borrowing requirements. The impact of the unemployment is seen with the individuals and household curtailing the consumption drastically to meet financial