Impact of KVK training in enhancing adoption of apiculture and crop protection technologies

Abstract

The present study entitled “Impact of KVK Training Programme on Farm Women” was undertaken in Satara district of Maharashtra to assess the role of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Borgaon in enhancing the knowledge and adoption of agricultural technologies among farm women. The investigation concentrated on two major training areas namely apiculture and crop protection, which are vital for skill development, self-employment, income generation and sustainable farm practices. A total of 150 farm women who had received training within the last five years were selected through purposive sampling from 15 villages across Satara, Jaoli, and Wai tehsils. The study employed an ex-post facto research design, using a structured interview schedule to collect data. Findings reported that, both apiculture and crop protection trainings significantly improved the knowledge and adoption levels of farm women, leading to enhanced farm productivity and livelihood security. The study also documented constraints faced and suggestions offered by the respondents to improve the effectiveness of training programmes.