Advertising Quote by Liberty Hyde Bailey
“Extension work is not exhortation. Nor is it exploitation of the people, or advertising of an institution, or publicity work for securing students. It is a plain, earnest, and continuous effort to meet the needs of the people on their own farms and in the localities.”
About This Quote
Extension work aims to genuinely serve community needs, not to promote institutions or recruit students, by providing practical, ongoing assistance on farms and in local areas.
In simple terms: Practical community service
Key Takeaway
Serve, not sell
Themes
Community development
Agricultural education
Rural outreach
Public service
Sustainable practices
Mood
Purposeful
Grounded
Empathetic
Type
Educational
Inspirational
When to use this quote
- Farmers seeking better yields
- Rural schools needing resources
- Local cooperatives planning development
- Community groups addressing food security
- Policy makers designing rural programs
Key Concepts
Extension services
Farm support
Local empowerment
Needs assessment
Practical Applications
- Designing farmer training modules
- Creating locally tailored agricultural guides
Questions to Reflect On
- How can extension programs stay truly community‑focused?
- What metrics show genuine impact versus promotional activity?
