Innovation through action - An action research journey with smallholder farmers in Limpopo Province, South Africa: experiences of soil fertility management

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book chapter
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Almekinders, C., L. Beukema and C. Tromp (eds.). Research in Action – Theories and practices for innovation and social change
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Ramaru J M
Hagmann J
Mamabolo Z M
Netshivhodza M H
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This chapter documents the learning process within the framework of innovation of soil fertility management practices that emerged from the implementation of Participatory Extension Approach (PEA) as part of service delivery reorientation within the Limpopo Department of Agriculture in South Africa.The chapter gives a narrative description of what transpired during the interaction between researchers, extension officers and farmers, the processes involved, the lessons and the conclusion.

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2009