Users’ Perspectives With Agricultural Research and Development (UPWARD) is a network of scientists and development specialists working to increase participation by farmers and other users of agricultural technology in research and development.UPWARD seeks to address three important challenges facing agricultural research and development today: linking users and R&D professionals for more effective agricultural innovation; bringing sustained benefits to less favoured farming areas and marginalised groups, especially women; and working with households and local communities as key actors in research and learning activities.
UPWARD’s network of individuals and institutions participating in collaborative field research, training, information/publishing and mentoring activities include national/local research institutes, universities/colleges, international research/donor organisations, development and extension agencies, NGOs and local government units.
The website includes detailed information about the network and its resources, research projects (ongoing and completed), training and other events, and contact details.The website also includes a comprehensive collection of publications, and details on how to access them are provided on the website.