Project
A Peanut Information Network and Train-the-Trainer Program
Details
Project Code:
UGA124
Start Date:
2008/01/01
End Date:
2012
CRSP Phase:
Phase 3
Budget:
$120,000
Countries:
US
Participants
Lead University:
University of Georgia
Other Partners:
Not Available
Principal Investigator(s):
Yen-Con Hung
Co-Principal Investigator(s):
John Beasley, Stanley Fletcher, Robert Phillips
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Overview
The overall goal of this project is to develop an information network and training program to address the basic principles of peanut production, harvesting, postharvest handling, storage, processing and utilization. This project will serve as the focal point of existing knowledge and new information generated by peanut CRSP projects; it will also provide opportunity for human capacity development and bring knowledge and expertise to partnerships that apply the knowledge to achieve developmental impact.
Objectives
1. Develop a web-based information distribution system on peanut. 2. Develop an annual train-the-trainer program address peanut production, harvesting and storage related topics. 3. Develop a regional peanut conference in Africa. 4. Develop an annual train-the-trainer program address peanut quality, processing and utilization related topics.
Outcomes
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