Bridging the gap: Exploring farmer feedback on agricultural extension training

Abstract

The study was conducted to investigate farmer’s perceptions and response towards agricultural extension training programmes. The sample comprised of 101 trainees who attained training at Directorate of extension Education, Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry. The result of the study presented that the information provided in training sessions was perceived relevant by the trainee farmers. Most of the farmers agreed that training needs are realistic, useful and based on farming training programme. Respondents also agreed that their performance has increased after attending training programmes. Majority of the farmers enjoy the training session. Training programme increase both farm productivity and quality of farm productivity. The study dismisses the notion that extension is inefficient, ineffective and invisible. The overall finding suggests that the most of farmers believe that the extension training help to increase productivity and quality of farm quantity. On the other hand, the study found that trainers take too lengthy lectures and most of the training sessions are unplanned. Unplanned. The study also reported that there is lack of motivation and encouragement in training session.