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Title:Solving the Food Crisis in Africa: The Role of Higher Education
Author:Bamisaiye, E.A.
Year:1984
Periodical:Journal of African Studies (UCLA)
Volume:11
Issue:4
Period:Winter
Pages:182-188
Language:English
Geographic term:Africa
Subjects:agricultural education
food shortage
Development and Technology
Education and Oral Traditions
Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment
Abstract:After describing the food shortage now confronting Africa, its causes and consequences, the author highlights the role higher education has to play in solving the food crisis in Africa: Introduction - Conceptual considerations - Statement of the problem - The food situation: past and recent trends - Food imports - Population pressures - The role of higher education - Teaching programs - Research programs - Service to the community - Agricultural projects - Commercial farms - Conclusion. Bibliogr., notes, tab.