What is Pioneer Positive Deviance—and why is it so effective?

Adaptation pioneers implement uncommon practices and succeed where others fail. This understanding of behavioral adaptation is rooted in the concept of positive deviance. In our research, positive deviants are referred to as adaptation pioneer families or households, encompassing men, women, youth,...

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Main Authors: Habermann, Birgit, Worku, Tigist, Gichuki, Leah
Format: Video
Language:Inglés
Published: International Livestock Research Institute 2025
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/178288
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Summary:Adaptation pioneers implement uncommon practices and succeed where others fail. This understanding of behavioral adaptation is rooted in the concept of positive deviance. In our research, positive deviants are referred to as adaptation pioneer families or households, encompassing men, women, youth, and the elderly. By studying these uncommon practices, we can support pioneers in sharing their unique approaches with others, fostering social learning for more resilient farming systems.