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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a short-term educational program on agricultural producers' knowledge of grain crop management.

May 28, 2026

Using a Pre- and Post-Test to Assess 1-Day Learning of Agricultural Producers Participating in an Educational Program

Key Points

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a short-term educational program on agricultural producers' knowledge of grain crop management.
Conducted over 2 years with 1-day classroom events at 16 locations
Participants took pre- and post-tests to measure knowledge change
Focused on integrated pest management technology relevant to grain production
Significant increase in knowledge post-program as indicated by pre- and post-test scores

Abstract

Documenting programmatic results is essential for success of Extension professionals. A 2-year program conducted by University of Missouri Extension evaluated the short-term increase in knowledge of agricultural producers of grain crops. The program consisted of 1-day classroom events at 16 locations and focused on teaching integrated pest management (IPM) technology relevant to grain production. Pre- and post-test scores indicated that this group significantly heightened their short-term knowledge of the program's instructional content. Using this type of evaluation technique is valuable to those in Extension because it documents change, is simple to implement, and is relatively easy to interpret results.

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