Many farmers fear sharing knowledge with workers because they worry employees may leave someday with valuable skills. However, knowledge sharing creates stronger teams and better farms when trust becomes priority.

Farming requires teamwork because owners cannot always be present. Sickness, rest, or unexpected events can limit supervision. Well trained workers help maintain operations and protect the farm during difficult moments.

I believe workers should receive useful knowledge and opportunities to contribute ideas. Sometimes employees discover solutions that improve productivity and give farmers confidence even when they are away from farms.

Although dishonest workers exist, keeping them uninformed may hurt the business more than it protects it. Empowered workers become valuable partners who support growth through commitment and shared farm success.

A successful farm is built on trust, communication, and continuous learning among everyone involved. Sharing knowledge develops capable teams and creates lasting agricultural success for future generations across the world.

Regards,

Abdullah Opeyemi Akande
B.Agric. (FUNAAB)
GAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Animal Sci. (UI)
RAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Int’l Business (UU, UK)
Ph.D. in view