agricultural extension agent are train expert that acts as a middle man between the farmers and research institute or organisation. they are saddled with the responsibilities of bringing new innovations, technologies, knowledge e.t.c concerning agriculture to farmers and they in turn takes farmers concerns, complains and outcry to research institute.
they help to teach farmers on how too use modern farm tools and technologies. the extension agent use different methods to arouse or captivate the farmers and they are agent of change in that they help people form their own organizations in order to be able to tackle their problems.
they pass through different training and workshops and belong to a professional body before they can be certified an agricultural extension agent.Agricultural extension trainning/programmes cover a broad area including improved crop varieties, better livestock control, improved water management, and the control of weeds, pests or plant diseases. they are well paid and derive maximum satisfaction when helping farmers and proffering solutions to their problems.
They speed up chemical reactions. Without them you wouldn't be alive. They break down macromolecules, and also lower the amount of energy needed for a chemical reaction to happen.
