Information Use by Agricultural Policy Makers and Managers in Ghana

Abstract

Examines the use of information by agricultural policy-makers and managers in Ghana, their awareness of the potential of library staff in helping them in their work, and of information and information services. The study established that respondents are well aware of the information sources and services available and use them to a very high degree. Librarians and information specialists have a positive impact on policy makers and managers. Presents recommendations aimed at improving library and information services and at galvanizing policy-makers and managers into using information more often.