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Item Item A cultural comparison of consumers’ knowledge, perceptions, and behaviors of produce handling(2011-08) Barela, Helen; Brashears, Michael Todd; Burris, Scott; Ulmer, Jonathan; Thompson, Leslie D.The purpose of this research was to examine consumers’ handling of produce. Despite wide acceptance and implementation by industry, large multi-state outbreaks linked to fruits and vegetables continue to occur thereby, creating interest in consumer’s produce handling knowledge, perceptions and behaviors. A sample of food purchasers, and meal planners over 18 years old completed an online survey in 2010 to determine the extent of their knowledge, perceptions, and behaviors related to safe produce handling. Previous research has considered differences in culture/ethnicity and food safety. Based on five pre-established food safety constructs, five objectives were considered for this study: (1) Describe consumers’ knowledge, behaviors, and perceptions of produce handling, (2) Determine the relationship between knowledge and behaviors, (3) Determine the relationship between knowledge and perceptions, (4) Determine the relationship between behaviors and perceptions, and (5) Identify needs of produce handling and food safety curriculum comparing Caucasians, African-Americans and Hispanic ethnic Consumers. The research design for this study was of descriptive, correlation and needs assessment. A descriptive need assessment using Hershkowitz matrix analyses were used to identify level of needs for an educational program geared toward five constructs. The sample size was 400 respondents, 53.00% were female, and 47.00% male. Ethnicity represented in this study were 40.00% Caucasian (n = 160), 30.00% African American (n = 120) and 30.00% Hispanic (n = 120). Respondents race were: 47.00% White (n = 188), 32.50% Black (n = 130), 17.30% Hispanic (n = 69), 2.50% Other Race (n = 10), .50% Native American (n = 2), and .30% Asian (n = 1). This sample consisted primarily of 72.80% main meal planners of the household (n = 291), a total of 77.30% respondents had not been in a food service/food safety occupation (n = 309). The majority (24.50%) of the sample held a bachelors degree (n = 98). Most respondents (37.00%) believed the safest source for buying produce was only if they grew their produce (n = 148) and the second largest majority (29.5%) of respondents believed it did not matter. The majority of respondents were from the United States 86.80%. (n = 347). Respondents believed they learned most about food safety from their mothers and obtained most of their food safety information from federal government agencies. Results from needs assessment indicated cultural/ethnic differences for produce safety existed for curriculum program needs. Results of this research will be a valuable tool for developing curriculum targeted at consumers who are the final point of the supply chain. Results of this research can assist producers and governmental policy makers in gaining a deeper understanding of their stakeholders.Item A practical method by which individual vocational agriculture teachers may prepare filmstrips for classroom use(Texas Tech University, 1949-08) Owen, H. E.Not Available.Item A study of the project programs of vocational agricultural students in North West Texas(1942-08) King, William AlphaNot AvailableItem A Study of the Supervised Farming Programs in Vocational Agriculture Departments of Lubbock County(Texas Tech University, 1947-06) Buford, Lester F.Not Available.Item A study on member education and communications programs in rural electric cooperatives(Texas Tech University, 2000-08) Haigh, Michael M.American agriculture has changed dramatically during the 20th century. Many rural electric cooperatives (RECs), which have provided a community framework for farming families for more than seventy-five years, are finding it necessary to consolidate into larger entities. The loss of community that often results is only the beginning of changes experienced by REC members. One way to prevent the loss of closeness with members is by having effective communications and education programs in place. Member education and communications are becoming more important in changing times. The impact of successful education and communications programs is often overlooked when cutting budgets to lower costs. These programs will play key roles in keeping the cooperative spirit alive in the next century. The foundation of cooperatives lies in its membership and their understanding of the cooperative principles. This research profiles the cooperative form of business, the history of rural electric cooperatives, the movement of deregulation, the merger process and cooperative options, and the impact of member education and conmaunications programs can have on cooperatives' success. The limited research in this field was expanded by this study. There were 103 rural electric cooperatives surveyed for information. Ninety-four responded (90.9%) to give information about the changing industry, the impact communications and education plays in keeping member owners informed, and what forms of communications and education are used most often in the changing environment.Item Agricultural mechanics competencies needed by Texas vocational agriculture teachers(1977-08) Baker, Charles R.Item Air quality in secondary agricultural mechanical laboratories(1994-05) Lacewell, Tommy B.; Lawver, David; Terry, Robert; Fraze, StevenItem Air quality in the agricultural mechanics welding laboratory(1991-08) Layman, Shannon; Lawver, David; Eggenberger, Lewis; Elam, Emmett W.Not AvailableItem An assessment of vocational agriculture as perceived by female students(1982-08) Purswell, Rodney L.; Cepica, Marvin J.; Eggenberger, Lewis; Dillingham, John; Schacht, OttoItem An outline on teaching grain sorghum production in vocational agriculture(1942-08) Hargrave, L. M.Not AvailableItem Analysis of critical components of state 4-H foundations(2006-05) Davis, Jay Brad; Fraze, Steven; Vestal, Andy; Akers, Cindy; Boyd, Barry; Hopper, Norman W.Cooperative Extension, in many states, is struggling to survive under budget cuts and changing legislative priorities (Hammond, 2004). These cuts and changing priorities have had and will continue to have a direct impact on state 4-H program funding. Seeking private dollars has become a necessity for state 4-H programs due to decreasing local, state and federal monies and increasing competition for private resources. The purpose of this study was to identify successful characteristics and activities of state 4-H foundations which appear successful in fundraising when compared to those 4-H foundations which are not as successful. This study focused on state 4-H foundations associated with Land Grant Universities in the United States. These foundations have had to secure alternative funding sources in a period of declining financial resources from local, state and federal agencies. The emphasis of this research was directed towards 4-H foundation executive directors (or persons in charge of state 4-H foundations) and foundation boards of trustee. The population for this study consisted of state 4-H foundation executive directors (n=42) , who held their position in spring 2005, and a random sample of state 4-H foundation trustees ( n=300) in the United States. The response rate for the 4-H executive directors survey was 92.87 percent with 39 questionnaires being completed. The response rate for the 4-H foundation trustees was 82.66 percent with 248 usable questionnaires being gathered. Results of the research included several significant findings which affected state 4-H foundation fundraising. There was a substantial relationship with foundations that had a strategic plan and the amount of monies raised. Results indicated a strong relationship with monetary goals and higher level of total financial support. There was also a significant correlation between 4-H foundations that have conducted a capital campaign and a higher level of total support. In 2004, none of the state 4-H foundations had more than $2,000,000 total support for the fiscal year.Item Areas of food safety concerning Lubbock, Texas, residents and their preferred information sources(Texas Tech University, 2003-05) Williams, Kamy R.The number of illnesses and deaths annually caused by foodborne illness may be an indicator that there is a need for food safety information and education. The need for food safety information and education may range from the most economically challenged families to those families who rely on others to prepare their meals. In addition, this information must be transmitted via a reliable and trustworthy media source.Item Career choice and job satisfaction of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship recipients(1994-08) Ritz, Rudolph A.; Ritz, RudyNot AvailableItem Characteristics and influence of advisory committees on program planning in Texas scondary agricultural programs(2010-08) Barbour, Joseph C.; Burris, Scott; Ulmer, Jonathan; Fraze, Steven; Kieth, LanceTo be in accordance with state and federal law, secondary agricultural programs must involve parents, academic career and technical (CTE) teachers, administrators, and local business and industry representatives in an annual evaluation of CTE programs. This group is often referred to as an advisory committee. Little in Texas is known as to what extent Texas secondary agricultural programs are currently utilizing advisory committees to annually evaluate CTE programs. In order to determine what extent advisory committees are being used by secondary agricultural programs, a descriptive study was performed. Data collection took place during the months of January and February 2010 using an online questionnaire developed by researchers at Texas Tech University. The questionnaire was completed by 162 agricultural science teachers in Texas who represent the programs in which they are employed. Findings of this study concluded that agricultural science teachers in Texas believed that the most important functions of an advisory committee was creating a communication link between the program and the community and evaluating the agricultural program. Agricultural teachers who did report utilizing an advisory committee had similar views in regard to the perceived functions of advisory committees on program planning. Overall, most programs in Texas do not currently utilize an advisory committee. The findings of this study have been generalized to include all secondary agricultural programs in Texas.Item Cognitive and affective responses by Lubbock Chamber of Commerce affiliates to agricultural news: a comparison of four presentation media(Texas Tech University, 2004-12) Schacht, Meredith AOne of the greatest challenges in agriculture today is helping the total U.S. population develop a basic understanding of the food, agricultural, and natural resource systems. Several of the most critical topics that confront our society include agriculture (Terry, 1993). The need for agricultural literacy is growing, specifically in the area of agricultural policy, but many individuals lack a basic understanding of how agricultural policy affects the global food, fiber, and natural resource industry (Goeker, 1992). This thesis is a replication study based on Davis' (2003a) study which looked into the affects of agricultural news presented to the Hispanic/Latino population of West Texas. Davis (2003a) recommended a Caucasian population be studied for cross-cultural comparisons; therefore, this study explored the cognitive and affective responses of Lubbock Chamber of Commerce affiliates when presented agricultural policy news in differing presentation mediums. This study used an experimental posttest-only control-group design to compare four presentation media: newspaper print, electronic text, video news release, and radio news release. Participants were members of multiple committees of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce (n=60). The participants were assigned to one of four treatment groups and a control group. The dependent measure included aided recall, unaided recall, and issue salience. Results indicate a significant difference in aided recall between newspaper print and electronic text. Results indicated a moderate correlation between aided and recall and issue salience. No significant difference existed between agricultural issue salience and media channel. The author suggests replication in other Caucasian populations, as well as other specific ethnic groups.Item Cognitive and affective responses by West Texas Hispanics/Latinos to agricultural news: A comparison of four English and Spanish presentation media(Texas Tech University, 2003-12) Davis, Chad S.As media channels began to develop and evolve in the 20^ century, scholars began inquiry into cognitive and affective associations of mass media. Observations directly associated media with attitudes and behavior. Two cases were the 1938 Orson Welles broadcast of War of the Worlds and the 1940s World War II propaganda films. Media effects research resulted from such cases. Agriculturists often seek ways to convey the importance of agriculture. Most professionals in agricultural education develop and research the effects of agricultural education programming with youth and adult populations. Agricultural communicators often seek descriptive information pertaining to perceptions of agriculture and its diverse issue base. This dissertation, which uses the agenda-setting theory, is the first of its kind to compare mass media channels containing agricultural content. Furthermore, this dissertation is the first to focus on the Hispanic/Latino population and the English and Spanish language as it pertains to outcomes associated with mass media channels containing agricultural content. This study used an experimental posttest-only control-group design to compare four English and Spanish presentation media: newspaper print, electronic text, video news release, and radio news release. Participants were bilingual Hispanic/Latino attendees of the Texas Tech Raiders Rojos Back to School Fiesta (n=144). The participants were randomly assigned to one of eight treatment groups and a control group. The dependent measure included aided recall unaided recall, and issue salience. Results indicate significant differences in aided recall between English newspaper print and English electronic text, Spanish newspaper print, and Spanish electronic text. A significant difference also occurred between English video news release and Spanish electronic text. Results indicated a strong correlation between aided and unaided recall. No significant differences existed between agricultural issue salience and media channel. Authors suggest replication in Hispanic populations and other ethnic groups.Item Communication requirements for agriculture majors in Texas agricultural departments and colleges(Texas Tech University, 1995-08) Davis, N. AllisonNot availableItem Comparing the results of interactive video instruction with video instruction in teaching selected small gasoline engine topics to special needs students in vocational agriculture(Texas Tech University, 1986-12) Wheeler, Kendon ScottNot availableItem Comparison of United States and Latin American undergraduate students’ understanding, attitudes and perceptions of global agricultural issues and their attitude to engage as global citizens(2015-05) Vanegas, Sarahi de los Ángeles Morales; Brashears, Michael Todd; Akers, Cindy; Malaga, Jaime; Wingenbach, GaryGlobal trends are demanding from agricultural students to have a broader perspective of agriculture, competitiveness and to be responsible citizens of the world. This has pushed academic institutions around the world to take actions and steps to internationalize their undergraduate curricula to keep up with global trends in the world, including study abroad programs, internships, international courses, international students, foreign faculty members, and others. Furthermore, the world is demanding for global citizens, people who feel part and responsible of a world without borders. The purpose of this study was to compare United States (U.S.) and Latin American (L.A.) students’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs toward international agricultural issues and their attitudes to engage in society as global citizens. Overall students’ results indicated lacking knowledge in both academic institutions, only 3.6% of the population obtained a passing score above 60%. Regarding the students attitudinal conditions, students score positive attitudes and beliefs of international agricultural issues but mix feelings regarding attitudes toward global citizenship. Nonetheless, scores by U.S. and L.A. students on all constructs (knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of international agricultural issues, and attitude toward global citizenship) were found to be significantly different (p < .05). Furthermore, the stepwise multiple linear regression indicated the predictors of university of enrollment, and students’ attitudes and beliefs of international agricultural issues were significantly related to the students’ global citizenship, F (3, 1194) = 83.04, p = .01, and explained 17% of the variance in the multiple linear regression model. The dependent variables of knowledge and gender were excluded as their contribution was minimal. Global citizenship attitudes and behaviors are built from the person attitudes, beliefs and knowledge. These results suggest that positive and open-minded attitudes and beliefs of international agricultural issues should be balance by academic institutions with the needed knowledge to prepare U.S. and L.A. students’ for the demands of the agricultural industry, locally and globally, especially to build a better world in developing and developed countries in the upcoming years as global citizens.
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