Module 2d: Agricultural Extension Policies in the Philippines

Question 1

DECENTRALIZATION

Answer 1

1. dispersal of power from the center

Question 2

PURPOSE OF DECENTRALIZATION

Answer 2

1. maximum participation
2. self-reliancy of lower levels of government
3. decongests central government

Question 3

MODES OF DECENTRALIZATION

Answer 3

1. political
2. administrative

Question 4

POLITICAL DECENTRALIZATION

Answer 4

1. devolution of power
2. area approach

Question 5

ADMINISTRATIVE DECENTRALIZATION

Answer 5

1. deconcentration of authority
2. sectoral approach

Question 6

DEVOLUTION

Answer 6

1. transfer of power

Question 7

DECONCENTRATION

Answer 7

1. delegating functions

Question 8

LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991

Answer 8

1. LGUs fullest development as self-reliant communities

Question 9

FUNCTION OF PROVINCES

Answer 9

1. agricultural extension
2. transfer of technology
3. enforcement of forestry laws
4. infrastructure facility
5. invest support services
6. tourism

Question 10

FUNCTIONS OF MUNICIPALITIES

Answer 10

1. extension and on-site research
2. local distribution channels
3. enforcement of fishery laws
4. municipal enterprises
5. community-based forestry programs
6. information service
7. infrastructure facility

Question 11

FUNCTIONS OF BARANGAYS

Answer 11

1. agricultural support service

Question 12

AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICES OF LGUs

Answer 12

1. disseminate information
2. technical assistance
3. coordinate with representatives
4. promote organizations
5. implement quarantine laws
6. development plans
7. farm and home surveys

Question 13

ROLE OF AGRICULTURISTS IN PROVISION OF EXTENSION SERVICES

Answer 13

1. maximum assistance
2. access to resources
3. location-specific researches

Question 14

PROBLEMS ON DEVOLUTION

Answer 14

1. still managed by central government through LGUs
2. funds not shared
3. interest and priorities
4. lack of incentives
5. small reach of municipalities