Yes John Rouse, your opinion is perfectly right.  Not all those in the rural areas have access to modern technologies particularly the used of Internet, computers and other modern devices even they may have the knowledge but socio-geographical under developed situation and economic factors could be the hindrances for the prospective farmers and producers or people in that rural or developing regions to highly log on to the practice of technological advancement in this matter.  I agree with you and with Bryan and Dr. Sandy that there are other means of disseminating information such as the use of the traditional ones in media practice, the radio and the common patronage of the public, the television and the cellular phone or promoting circulated printed materials could be of help. 

Hi Mr. Rondot:

I do agree with Dolores in her definition (the post below) of "techno peasant" and in relating it to the education perspective.  However, anyone could be a "techno peasant" for as long as the opportunity of learning modern technologies is still faraway.  Hence, "techno peasant" is not only the product producers or the farmers but it could be addressed to those who are unfamiliar with the knowledge and use of any of the high and advanced technology.

Like what SANSU said, imparting knowledge or sharing education is a process.  There is always a time for the beginners to recognize, appreciate, and learn the value of information, knowledge, and teaching.  There is also a time for harvesting and producing such investment of education.  Thus, I think, it is primarily the responsibility of the ICT educators to create suitable and effective methodologies that would be applicable to the so-called "techno peasant".  But then who are the "techno peasant"? As what previously being asked "what is techno peasant"?

Hi, Andy you have highlighted some interesting observations regarding the reality of our agricultural situation in the country (Philippines), specifically in your area.  I can picture out the circumstances of what you have elaborated in your post.  Likewise, I can also see the point of what you have said that transferring the "know how", the knowledge of ICT to the potential recipients is still difficult and ineffective.  To reflect on the question as to "where does the problem lie"?, I think there are many factors to be considered.  These might be other important related topics to include in our  discussions in this forum.