出版社：University Library System, University of Pittsburgh
摘要：To address the aging farmer population in Trinidad, W.I., a
situation common to the Caribbean region, a Youth Apprenticeship
Program in Agriculture (YAPA) was initiated. An assessment of its
effectiveness was conducted in 2007. Results indicated that present
trainees went into agriculture to make “additional” income and for self
employment, with “contributing to national food security” being ranked
lower. They were generally satisfied with the extent of field work, the
experience gained and trainers’ knowledge and skills. However, they
would leave agriculture if they received other employment opportunities
or if they were not provided with key resources such as land and soft
loans. Past YAPA trainees had significantly changed (p<.05 level)
attitudes regarding farming; being less optimistic than present trainees
about the future of farming. Recommendations included greater
involvement of young persons in the restructuring of the program and
overall curriculum redesign to make it more technology oriented.
