Scottish Government

FINAL REPORT

Alex Hilliam & Sue Granville, George Street Research Limited
ISBN 978 0 7559 6671 4 (Web only publication)
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CONTENTS

List of Tables and Charts

Acknowledgements

Glossary

Executive Summary

Chapter one Introduction
Context and background to research
Research aims and objectives

Chapter Two Methodology and Sample
Rationale for and details of research approach
Quantitative research with farmers
Qualitative research with farmers and agricultural contractors

Chapter Three Sources of Environmental Information
Perceptions of respondents towards environmental issues
Knowledge, use and experience of different organisations as sources of environmental information
Knowledge and use of Dos and Don'ts Guide and other sources
Reasons for use and lack of use
Use and expectations of environmental information by contractors
Key findings: Sources of environmental information

Chapter Four Impressions and Use of the PEPFAA Dos and Don'ts Guide
Use of the Guide, frequency of use, and perceptions of different sections
Perceptions of key elements of the Guide
Impacts of the Guide / using the Guide
Possible improvements and changes to the Guide
Communication and information routes for changes / updates to the Guide
Key findings: impressions and use of the Guide

Chapter Five Conclusions And Recommendations
Recommendations

Appendix 1 Telephone Questionnaire
Appendix 2 Topic Guide for Focus Groups with Farmers
Appendix 3 Topic Guide for interviews with agricultural contractors

The views expressed in this report are those of the researcher and
do not necessarily represent those of the Department or Scottish Ministers.