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This research evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs designed to improve risk management knowledge for agricultural families.

May 28, 2026

Risk Management for Ag Families: Evaluation of an Integrated Educational Program for Producers on the Northern Plains

Key Points

This research evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs designed to improve risk management knowledge for agricultural families.
Participants completed pre- and post-workshop questionnaires and follow-up surveys.
Programs included short sessions with hands-on learning activities.
Data analyzed using non-parametric statistics.
Participants showed significant improvement in knowledge levels post-intervention.
Behavior changes were positively correlated with the educational program.
Integrated educational format was more effective than traditional didactic methods.

Abstract

This article analyzes the impact of a series of educational programs focusing on risk management for agricultural families structured as a series of short educational sessions coupled with hands-on learning activities. Responses of program participants to pre- and post-workshop questionnaires, series questionnaires, and a follow-up mail survey are analyzed using non-parametric statistics. Results indicate that this integrated format, focusing on areas of risk affecting agricultural family businesses, had a positive impact on knowledge levels and behavior. Overall, these results suggest this type of educational format may have merit as compared to more didactic approaches for delivering risk management education.

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