Trends in information needs and communication channel use among rural women in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, 2000–2012 Journal Article


Authors: Rodriguez, L.; Kulpavaropas, S.; Annamalai, D.; Wright, J.; Evans, J. F.
Article Title: Trends in information needs and communication channel use among rural women in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, 2000–2012
Abstract: A trend analysis of information needs and communication channel use of rural women in Africa, Asia, and Latin America was conducted by examining empirical works published in reports, scholarly publications, and the popular press from 2000 to 2012. Results show that information about farming practices, health, education, gender and general family well-being issues were the most sought across the three continents. Demand for 14 information categories surged in volume and scope after 2009. Interpersonal communication sources trumped the mediated ones as the channels of choice; extension agents were the most preferred source. Radio was the most frequently mentioned preferred medium. © 2015, Published with license by Taylor & Francis.
Journal Title: Journal of Agricultural and Food Information
Volume: 16
Issue: 3
ISSN: 1049-6505
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group  
Date Published: 2015-07-17
Start Page: 221
End Page: 241
Language: English
DOI: 10.1080/10496505.2015.1047496
PROVIDER: scopus
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Notes: Export Date: 3 August 2015 -- Source: Scopus
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