Analysis of Farmer Participation and Feedback on Vermicompost Training Programs at KVK Buxa, Jaunpur, India

Surendra Pratap Sonkar, Pradeep Kumar Yadav, Suresh Kumar Kannaujiya, Rajiv Kumar, Ratnakar Pandey, Rupesh Singh and Hariom Verma

Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 2024, vol. 42, issue 12, 5

Abstract: The study titled "Analysis of Farmer Participation and Feedback on Vermicompost Training Programs at KVK Buxa, Jaunpur" evaluates the outcomes of these programs in equipping farmers with the knowledge and skills required for effective vermicomposting. A structured questionnaire was administered to 125 participants, focusing on their socio-economic backgrounds, awareness levels, and perceptions of the program's impact. The research highlights the role of these training initiatives in promoting sustainable agricultural practices by enhancing participants' technical understanding and practical application of vermicomposting techniques. The study revealed that the majority of participants were middle-aged (35-50 years), predominantly from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category and most had completed intermediate education. A significant portion of the participants was engaged in Agriculture, with marginal and small landholders being the largest groups. The study found that the key reasons for participating in the training included the desire for increased income opportunities (52.5%), followed by the adoption of organic farming practices (20%) and knowledge and skill development (15.3%). Suggestions for improving future training programmes included more practical sessions (28%), better government support and incentives (32%) and increased awareness campaigns on organic farming (24%). The study concludes that vermicomposting training programmes can significantly contribute to sustainable farming practices by enhancing farmers' skills, knowledge and income, with practical improvements needed in training delivery and support mechanisms.

Keywords: Environmental; Economics; and; Policy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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