Needs for agricultural extension of durian growers in Chanthaburi Province
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This research aims to explore the agricultural extension requirements of durian growers in Chanthaburi Province and compare the demand for agricultural extension among durian growers with varying levels of experience in durian cultivation. The study sample consisted of 393 durian growers registered with the district agricultural office in Chanthaburi Province. Data was collected through questionnaires and analyzed using various statistical measures such as SPSS, frequency distribution, percentage, mean, minimum, maximum, standard deviation, as well as t-tests and F-tests to identify group differences. Additionally, Scheffe's test was employed for further calculations. The findings indicate that durian growers express a high demand for increased knowledge in disease and pest prevention and control, as well as cost reduction in production. Agricultural extension officers' communication techniques and methods are particularly sought after through social media platforms and government documents. Durian growers also desire extensive support and service, including the transfer of new technologies like accurate durian maturity detection tools and collaboration with relevant agencies to combat durian pests. Moreover, the comparative analysis of agricultural extension needs among durian growers in Chanthaburi Province, considering their diverse cultivation experiences, reveals statistically significant differences in certain areas of demand.
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