ter distribution of tasks between workers. 49. These measures should include technological improvement through (a) research and diffusion of improved cultivation tech­ niques relying partly on the traditional techniques which have proved efficient and taking account of present knowledge and of the experiences of other countries and other regions of the world: (b) the development of improved tools, of small and medium size agricultural implemer.ts and their distribution on a co- operative basis; (c) making available to women producers high yielding seeds, (on a co-operative basis and on credit) chemical and organic fertilizer the last compost or manure could be produced to a great extent at the village level -pesticides and other means for eliminating pests some of which can also be produced at village level; and (d) the development of improved techniques for the cultivation, processing, conservation of agricultural products as well as for household chores. 50. For these technological improvements to bear fruit they should be attended by training programmes, a reform of extension services and ·the development of co-operatives and agricultural credit facilities for rural women. 160 E/ECA/Cl-1. 9 I 5 51. Education, literacy and vocational training in agriculture, in home economics and in co-operatives co~stitute a necessity which is generally recognized by all governments; but they benefit principally boys and men. It is imperative that girls and women should have equal access to these and that national policies promote the education of women in agricultural schools. 52. The reform of rural extension services is ne2essary f~r these services to be more oriented towards women produ2ers. This reform should emphasize the re-organization of trainir.g services which would stress the training of women as leajers anc extension agents. Co-operatives should be created, enccuraged and if pos­ sible financially supported by governments, credit institutions, 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on strategies for improving agricultural productivity and the role of women in rural development. It discusses technological advancements, training programs, and reforms in extension services to benefit rural women. The text also highlights the importance of education and literacy for women in agriculture and cooperatives.

**Category**
Agriculture, forestry and fishing, Education