Agricultural Reviews
  • Year: 2026
  • Volume: 47
  • Issue: 4

Bridging the Gap: Transforming Food Systems Through Agricultural Extension: A Review

  • Author:
  • J.R. Shalini1, G.S. Sreedaya2,*, R. Shanmugabhavatharani3
  • Total Page Count: 5
  • Page Number: 626 to 630

1Department of Agricultural Extension and Education, College of Agriculture, Vellayani-695 522, Kerala, India

2Centre for Agricultural Innovations and Transfer of Technology, College of Agriculture, Kerala Agricultural University, ADE(SZ), Vellayani-695 522, Kerala, India

3Department of Vegetable Science, Horticultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003, Tamil Nadu, India

*Corresponding Author: G.S. Sreedaya, Centre for Agricultural Innovations and Transfer of Technology, College of Agriculture, Kerala Agricultural University, ADE(SZ), Vellayani-695 522, Kerala, India, Email: jarashasha@gmail.com

Abstract

This article scrutinizes the immediate need for transformation within the global food system to address escalating demands and sustainability challenges. It underscores the critical role of agricultural extension services in bridging the gap between innovative practices and their practical implementation, thereby empowering farmers with the knowledge and resources needed to adopt sustainable practices. By facilitating access to new technologies and fostering connections among farmers, extension services can optimize resource use, reduce food waste and enhance food security. Ultimately, the article claims that effective extension interventions are indispensable for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 and creating a more resilient and equitable food system in the future.

Keywords

Extension services, Resilient and equitable food system, Sustainable development goals, Sustainable practices, Transformation in food system