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Participatory Action Research in Agriculture

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thumbnail for publication: Engaging Stakeholders and Identifying Issues in Participatory Action Research

Engaging Stakeholders and Identifying Issues in Participatory Action Research

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

Participatory action research (PAR) is a robust methodology for advancing community-driven inquiry, particularly within agricultural and rural development contexts. This second article in the PAR series focuses on essential strategies for engaging stakeholders and identifying priority issues early in the PAR process. The goal is to equip Extension professionals and researchers with a roadmap for launching participatory projects that are equitable, grounded, and impactful. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, October 2025.

thumbnail for publication: Co-Design for Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: A Practical Guide for Extension

Co-Design for Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: A Practical Guide for Extension

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

This is the third article in the Participatory Action Research (PAR) series that explores the co-design phase of PAR, where Extension professionals and community stakeholders collaboratively construct a research plan. Through a review of literature and examples from agricultural contexts, this publication offers practical strategies for fostering shared goals, clarifying roles, selecting relevant methodologies, and maintaining flexibility. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, December 2025.

thumbnail for publication: Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: An Introduction

Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: An Introduction

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

This is the first article in a six-part series on participatory action research (PAR) that introduces a phased framework for implementing PAR in agricultural settings, including stages of problem identification, co-design, implementation, observation, reflection, and iteration. This publication draws on foundational literature in PAR and agricultural research to present a clear and accessible introduction for Extension professionals and agricultural practitioners. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, January 2026.

Editorial Team

Publications

thumbnail for publication: Engaging Stakeholders and Identifying Issues in Participatory Action Research

Engaging Stakeholders and Identifying Issues in Participatory Action Research

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

Participatory action research (PAR) is a robust methodology for advancing community-driven inquiry, particularly within agricultural and rural development contexts. This second article in the PAR series focuses on essential strategies for engaging stakeholders and identifying priority issues early in the PAR process. The goal is to equip Extension professionals and researchers with a roadmap for launching participatory projects that are equitable, grounded, and impactful. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, October 2025.

thumbnail for publication: Co-Design for Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: A Practical Guide for Extension

Co-Design for Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: A Practical Guide for Extension

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

This is the third article in the Participatory Action Research (PAR) series that explores the co-design phase of PAR, where Extension professionals and community stakeholders collaboratively construct a research plan. Through a review of literature and examples from agricultural contexts, this publication offers practical strategies for fostering shared goals, clarifying roles, selecting relevant methodologies, and maintaining flexibility. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, December 2025.

thumbnail for publication: Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: An Introduction

Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: An Introduction

John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco

This is the first article in a six-part series on participatory action research (PAR) that introduces a phased framework for implementing PAR in agricultural settings, including stages of problem identification, co-design, implementation, observation, reflection, and iteration. This publication draws on foundational literature in PAR and agricultural research to present a clear and accessible introduction for Extension professionals and agricultural practitioners. Written by John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, January 2026.

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