Agri-preneurship readiness and competency of agricultural graduates of Rajasthan state

Abstract

This study explores readiness and competency of agricultural graduates of covering main college of all five Agricultural Universities of the Rajasthan state, i.e. Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner, MPUAT Udaipur, SKN Agriculture University, Jobner, Agriculture University, Kota, and Agriculture University, Jodhpur during their participation in the Experiential Learning Programme (ELP). By analyzing responses from 224 undergraduate students, the research highlights key areas such as entrepreneurial readiness and competency, major constraints in establishing agri-enterprises, and emerging entrepreneurial prospects. The study indicates that agricultural graduates largely exhibit a medium level of agri-preneurship readiness and competency, with strengths in planning, initiative, and confidence but gaps in risk-taking and practical exposure. With proper training, policy support, and incubation opportunities, their potential can be harnessed for sustainable agri-business development.