Annotated bibliography/Reading writers Journal (Coursework Sample)

ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY/READING WRITERS JOURNAL Name: Institutional Affiliation: PART 1 Annotated Bibliography/Reading Writers Journal The aspect of sustainable farming has seen the inclusion of innovative technologies that aid in the production and distribution of food. Currently, food can be grown on rooftops and in community gardens including anywhere that farmers can find space. Innovation in farming and agriculture is an element that runs across food spectrums. It is consequently necessary to ascertain that the inclusion of technology in farming has revolutionized the manner in which food is grown and distributed, with several projects currently basing their focus on sustainably produced food. Agricultural entrepreneurs are committed to ensuring food independence, both for the rural residents and city dwellers, thus depicting the reasons why farming is not limited to technological developments. This annotated bibliography and reading journal seeks to determine the manner in which innovative technologies are revolutionizing the agricultural sector. Potential Publication Venues 1 e Journals * Ainembabazi, J. H., & Mugisha, J. (2014). The Role of Farming Experience on the Adoption of Agricultural Technologies: Evidence from Smallholder Farmers. Journal of Development Studies, 50(5), 666-679. doi:10.1080/00220388.2013.874556. Retrieved From: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=96105102&site=ehost-live As detailed in this journal, there is a relationship in the adoption and experience in the use of agricultural technologies in farming, a study that is established through the use of estimations of data from rural farmers. The author confirms the need to incorporate farming experiences that are integral during the early stages of technological adoptions in testing the potential benefits which determine the retention of these approaches over a period. The inclusion of technological components remains important in the retention of farmers is sustaining agriculture. * Ashok, K. R., & Sasikala, C. (2012). Farmers' Vulnerability to Rainfall Variability and Technology Adoption in Rain-fed Tank Irrigated Agriculture. Agricultural Economics Research Review, 25(2), 267-278. Retrieved From: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=92536945&site=ehost-live The increases in temperature and the variability in precipitation within semi-arid areas are established as some of the reasons for reduced crop yields, an aspect that has increased the vulnerability of farmers. However, the adoption of technology remains essential in coping with the variability in rainfall, with the determinants of technological adoptions resulting in the development of irrigation approaches in agriculture. As a result of this, it is important to ascertain that the adoption of technologies has influenced to a significant extent, the extension of land tenure and services, thus establishing the need to develop effective policies in the use of technologies in agriculture in semi-arid areas. 2 Print Journals * Manzoor Hussain, M., Khan, K., Muhammad Yasir, A., Khan, G., & Muhammad Abdul, K. (2015). Impediments to Technology Adoption: A Case Study of Peach Production in District Swat, Pakistan. Journal of Managerial Sciences, 9(2), 226-242. As detailed by this author, the inclusion of advanced technologies in agriculture remains an important aspect of increasing crop yields and agricultural output. However, the dominance of technology in the agricultural sector has some elements that affect the management and adoption of these aspects. For instance, particular economies such as Pakistan remain susceptible to access advanced technological innovations in agriculture. This aspect is attributed to the limitations in credit funds, the lack of improved verities in the adoption of efficient technologies, increasing costs of fertilizers, and the lack of proper information, an aspect that is addressed by this journal. * Konjoian, P. (2014). The Evolution Of Agriculture: Urban Expansion Is A New Frontier. GPN: Greenhouse Product News, 24(10), 24-28. Retrieved From: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=101647703&site=ehost-live One of the primary environmental elements that drive plant growth and photosynthesis include light, an aspect that is challenging for farmers to recreate. Currently, the agricultural sector has seen the development of technologies that cool and heat greenhouses in a bid to provide optimal humidity and growing temperatures that help in the growth of farm products. On the other hand, the use of irrigation technologies remains an aspect that complements natural rainfall, thus serving as a sole source of water for in-doors farming. The author, therefore, presents proof that validates the essence of technology in agriculture as an essential element that provides farmers with the opportunity to create farms inside warehouses; an aspect that has highly boosted the urban agricultural industry. 3 Sources to Follow * Nyyssölä, M., Pirttilä, J., & Sandström, S. (2014). Technology Adoption And Food Security In Subsistence Agriculture - Evidence From A Group-Based Aid Project In Mozambique. Finnish Economic Papers, 27(1), 1-33. Retrieved From: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=109299775&site=ehost-live This journal evaluates the impact of technological interventions in improving farming techniques that result in food security in Gaza. Several farming households in Gaza use no technological inputs in farming including irrigational technologies. As detailed by this author, few farmers use pesticides and fertilizers, while none consider the use of extension services. Considering that the agricultural sector supports the economy of Gaza’s population, the growth of productivity in farming is essential in improving the welfare of the people in Gaza. The author conducts a study in exploring the impact of technological interventions in facilitating farming, with the aim of improving subsistence farming in this economy. * Martynchuk, M. (2014). Innovative Technology in Agriculture As A Component Of Environmental Management. Management Theory & Studies for Rural Business & Infrastructure Development, 36(2/3), 363-371. Retrieved From: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=96579259&site=ehost-live The Inclusion of innovative technologies within the contemporary agricultural sector remains effective instruments in the incorporation of ecological management within the agricultural sector. This journal establishes the ecological consequences of using agro-innovations. One of the essential elements that guarantee efficient agribusiness and management of nature include the implementation and development of innovative technologies. Through this, farmers are in a position to popularize the process of agro innovation in actually managing the environment and agriculture. PART 2 Reading Journal Title of the Journal: The Role of Farming Experience on the Adoption of Agricultural Technologies Date of Entry: 25TH September 2016 Page Numbers: 666-670 An interesting aspect that this journal captures is the relationship that exists and the experiences that are gained by farmers in using agricultural technologies in farming. As established in this journal, the author justifies the need for incorporating and adopting technologies in determining their potential in increasing crop yields. In a nutshell, one of the essential elements that catch my attention is in the manner in which the author identifies the impotence of technology in retaining sustainable agriculture, an aspect that increases crop yields. Title of the Journal: Farmers' Vulnerability to Rainfall Variability and Technology Adoption in Rain-fed Tank Irrigated Agriculture. Date of Entry: 25TH September 2016 Page Numbers: 268-272 On the other hand, it is important to establish that this journal details the manner in which temperature increments and inconsistencies in precipitation affect crop yields. This clearly denotes the need to adopt technology in enhance the processes of agriculture in a bid to cope with the limitations experienced by farmers in regards to inconsistent precipitation and temperatures. Title of the Journal: Impediments to Technology Adoption Date of Entry: 26th September 2016 Page Numbers: 226-240 This journal captivates my view since it seeks to determine the impact of technological advancements in agriculture. On the other hand, the author details the manner in which the dominance of technology within the agricultural sector affects the management and adaptation of farming. Particular economies consequently remain prevalent in accessing technological advancements to boost their agricultural outputs. As a result of this, increasing costs of fertilizers, and the lack of proper information, an aspect that is addressed by this journal. Title of the Journal: Urban Expansion Is a New Frontier Date of Entry: 26th September 2016 Page Numbers: 25-28 As detailed in this journal, several environmental aspects establish the element of plant growth and photosynthesis. These factors include light, an element that has proved challenging for farmers to innovate. However, farmers have been in a position to develop technologies that heat greenhouses and regulate the temperatures with the aim of providing optimal growing temperatures for crops. This establishes the essence of technology in enhancing agriculture. Title of the Journal: Technology Adoption And Food Security In Subsistence Agriculture - Evidence From A Group-Based Aid Project In Mozambique. Dat...