Capacity development

Organizational Excellence in Extension Services: Building Capacity for the Future

Kevan Lamm

Dec 52 min read

Organizational Excellence in Extension Services: Building Capacity for the Future

Extension services play an important role in connecting agricultural innovation and research with real-world applications, acting as a...

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Unlocking the Power of Data: Strategies for Knowledge Management in Extension Networks

Kevan Lamm

Nov 73 min read

Unlocking the Power of Data: Strategies for Knowledge Management in Extension Networks

This past week I received an alert from my phone letting me know I was starting to run low on storage. This made me think about the rate...

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From Awareness to Action: Elevating Extension Service Professional Standards in Agriculture

Kevan Lamm

Oct 32 min read

From Awareness to Action: Elevating Extension Service Professional Standards in Agriculture

As agricultural production and the food system becomes increasingly complex and integrated establishing professional standards for...

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Building Strong Teams in Agriculture and the Food System: Strategies for Success

Kevan Lamm

Sep 122 min read

Building Strong Teams in Agriculture and the Food System: Strategies for Success

This week in my undergraduate Communication and Leadership in Groups and Teams class we were discussing stress. As part of the...

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Harnessing Core Self-Evaluations for Leadership Growth in Agriculture and the Food System

Kevan Lamm

Aug 222 min read

Harnessing Core Self-Evaluations for Leadership Growth in Agriculture and the Food System

In the context of agricultural leadership development programs, effective leadership development is not only limited to external skills...

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Integrating Disciplines: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Education

Kevan Lamm

Jul 172 min read

Integrating Disciplines: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Education

In the increasingly complex world of agriculture and food systems, the call for an interdisciplinary approach to education is important....

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From Classroom to Food Systems: Enhancing Gen Z's Systems Thinking for Sustainable Solutions

Kevan Lamm

Jun 202 min read

From Classroom to Food Systems: Enhancing Gen Z's Systems Thinking for Sustainable Solutions

As we navigate the challenges of a rapidly growing global population and a changing food system, the importance of nurturing a future...

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Fostering Success: Exploring Goal Orientation in Food System Leadership

Kevan Lamm

May 12 min read

Fostering Success: Exploring Goal Orientation in Food System Leadership

Effective leadership programs require a thorough understanding of audience needs, including aspects like goal orientation and motivation....

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Cultivating Connectivity: Assessing ICT Capacity in Food System Extension Services

Kevan Lamm

Apr 172 min read

Cultivating Connectivity: Assessing ICT Capacity in Food System Extension Services

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have had a major impact on global food system practices by improving knowledge...

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Gatekeepers in Agricultural Research: Balancing Influence and Integrity in Community Extension and Outreach

Kevan Lamm

Mar 272 min read

Gatekeepers in Agricultural Research: Balancing Influence and Integrity in Community Extension and Outreach

Engaging local communities is crucial for the success of Extension and outreach programs, and at the core of this engagement are...

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Navigating the Evolution of Global Extension Services

Kevan Lamm

Mar 62 min read

Navigating the Evolution of Global Extension Services

Extension services play a pivotal role in the food system around the world, acting as a bridge between researchers, policymakers, and...

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Unlocking the Potential of ICTs: A Global Perspective

Kevan Lamm

Nov 28, 20232 min read

Unlocking the Potential of ICTs: A Global Perspective

In the ever-changing landscape of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), we've witnessed a revolution in how we communicate....

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The Power of Inclusive Capacity Assessments: An Extension Network Case Study

Kevan Lamm

Oct 24, 20232 min read

The Power of Inclusive Capacity Assessments: An Extension Network Case Study

Effective Extension services in the agricultural sector require a profound understanding of their capacity. Assessing Extension capacity...

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Empowering Extension Networks: Building Effective Advocacy Capacities

Kevan Lamm

Aug 29, 20232 min read

Empowering Extension Networks: Building Effective Advocacy Capacities

Navigating the intricacies of Extension networks presents a myriad of challenges. From shifting global demographics to evolving...

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