Farmers Adopt Microcomputers in the 1980s: Educational Needs Surface for the 1990s

Authors

David Schmidt, University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension
S Kay Rockwell, University of Nebraska Cooperative ExtensionFollow
Larry Bitney, University of Nebraska Cooperative ExtensionFollow
Elizabeth A. Sarno, University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension

Volume

32

Issue

2

Abstract

Successful Farming's prediction that 80% of American farmers would use the microcomputer to assist them in managing their operations has not been realized. However, the 1980s was a period of growth for the adoption of the microcomputer in agricultural operations. Specifically, Extension needs to target both youth and young adults as well as the female partner in agricultural operations. Microcomputer educational programs need to be designed so programs address both the basic microcomputer concepts, as well as more advanced concepts that further enhance the skills of those who have already started applying the technology in their specific situation.

Recommended Citation

Schmidt, D., Rockwell, S., Bitney, L., & Sarno, E. A. (1994). Farmers Adopt Microcomputers in the 1980s: Educational Needs Surface for the 1990s. The Journal of Extension, 32(2), Article 10. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol32/iss2/10