Task force report on livestock in mixed farming systems

The report discusses: the role and importance of livestock in integrated farming systems; the training, orientation, and roles of disciplinary specialists in farming systems research (FSR) and extension; methodologies relating to approaches to FSR, project management, extension, institutionalization, policy, models, and case studies; and training and communications needs. Sixteen recommendations are presented concerning training requirements for U.S. and host country personnel, appropriate strategies, research methodologies, and communication network development. A 98-item bibliography (1974-83) is attached.