Developing Training Index and Preference of Training Methods for Kvk Training Programmes in Tamil Nadu
Journal Title: International Journal of Agricultural Science and Research (IJASR) - Year 2019, Vol 9, Issue 4
Abstract
In India, KVKs conducted trainings at various levels for which the programmes are designed based on the clientele problems and their needs and interests. The success of the training depends on training effectiveness and impact of the training. In Karur District, Out of eight blocks, only two blocks were purposively selected for this study entitled on Developing training index and preference of training methods for KVK training programmes among Karur district farmers in Tamil Nadu. Totally 300 respondents were selected for the study through random sampling method. The trainees of KVK were selected and studied how far the learned technologies/skills were utilized by the farmers in their back home situations. Based on the thesis feedback, training index was prepared for Crop production, Horticulture, Plant protection and animal science oriented trainings. Majority of the respondents needed integrated crop management related trainings in both the agricultural and horticultural crops. In both the blocks dairy component was the major one. So, more number of respondents preferred dairy farming related trainings. Majority of the respondents have ranked Demonstration / Hands on experience as their first priority of training method followed by field visit. It is also suggested that, KVK should give more importance on ICT related trainings to farmers.
Authors and Affiliations
Tamil Selvi P. , Dr. P. Balasubramaniam
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP649155
- DOI 10.24247/ijasraug201920
- Views 106
- Downloads 0
Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Fruit Industry
The fruit industry provides several benefits. In India, its operation can result in nutritional security, employment, livelihood, and ecological security. Fruit orchards are spread across the country in varied terrains a...
Research Methodologies Used by Postgraduate Agricultural Education in Eswatini
Post-graduate student research is fundamental for the growth of a young discipline such as Agricultural Education. In Eswatini, there is no study conducted on methodologies used in post-graduate agricultural education st...
A Novel Approach in Agriculture Automation for Sugarcane Farming by Human Assisting Care Robot
Agriculture is the back bone of the Universe. Many countries in the world depend on Agricultural products. Conventionally, basic robots like fruit picking, flower plucking robots are used. The application of robotics in...
Economics of Fodder and Seed Production of Important Leguminous Cowpea Crop
Higher productions of both Cowpea fodder and cowpea seed are necessary for balance fodder supply and regular seed supply. Cowpea is an important leguminous fodder crop grown during summer and rainy season. It is demanded...
Improving Farmer’s Knowledge on Indigenous Practice of Spraying Pesticides in Grape Garden
Usually grape orchards pruning will take place in the month of April. For this to grow well without affecting any insects, during rainy season that is, from November onwards pesticide was sprayed twice a week. And also b...