BSc. Ag

Agricultural Extension System Services- Sharing, linkage and Partnership

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Agricultural Extension System Services- Sharing,Linkage and partnership

Sharing, linking, and cooperation are important processes in agricultural extension system that improve the efficiency and efficacy of service delivery to farmers. These principles are critical for facilitating the transfer of knowledge, technology, and resources between sectors and stakeholders. Sharing aids in the distribution of information and technology, linkage promotes coordinated support among multiple groups, … Read more

Sources of Farm Power

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Farm Power

Farm Power is required for agricultural tasks such land preparation, irrigation, harvesting, and transportation. The following are the primary sources of power used in farms: 1. Human Power 2. Animal Power 3. Mechanical Power 4. Electrical Power 5. Wind Power 6. Micro-Hydro Power 7. Biogas 8. Solar Power Objectives, Scope, and Limitations of Farm Mechanization … Read more

Herbicides

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Herbicides

5.1 Definition, Characteristics of Ideal Herbicides, Usefulness, and Limitations Definition: Herbicides are chemicals used to manage or eliminate undesirable plants, notably weeds. They are commonly employed in agriculture, landscaping, and land management to increase crop yields, reduce competition for nutrients, and keep areas uncluttered. Characteristics of Ideal Herbicides: An ideal herbicide should possess the following … Read more

Social Deviance and Social Control: Meaning, Types, Theories, and Mechanisms

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Social Deviance and Social Control Meaning, Types, Theories, and Mechanisms

Social deviance refers to activities that go against societal norms and expectations, ranging from small rule violations to more significant criminal acts. Social control refers to the official and informal processes used to govern conduct and maintain order. Deviance can be classified as primary, secondary, or positive, and control can be official or informal. Theories … Read more

Extension and Advisory Services in the Country

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Extension and Advisory Services in the Country

Major institutions providing extension and advisory services in the country include government agencies, agricultural research institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private sector firms, farmer-based organizations (FBOs), and international organizations.These institutions collaborate to provide technical advice, training, and assistance to farmers, assisting them in adopting better agricultural methods, gaining market access, and increasing productivity. Together, they serve … Read more

Concept and Method of Weed Control

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Weed Control

4.1 Concept of Weed Control Prevention Prevention is the primary line of defence against weeds. The purpose is to prevent weeds from being introduced or spreading throughout a field. Weed-free seed use, machinery cleaning, and early infestation monitoring are all examples of prevention techniques. This method is critical to reducing the need for more intense … Read more

Methods, Techniques, and Approaches in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of Agricultural Development Programs

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Methods, Techniques, and Approaches in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of Agricultural Development Programs

Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) in agricultural development programs includes a variety of tools, strategies, and approaches for determining program success and impact. Methods include both quantitative instruments like surveys and qualitative approaches like interviews. Baseline surveys, performance monitoring, and participatory evaluations are examples of techniques used to track development on an ongoing basis. The Logical … Read more

Origin and concept of WID, WAD, GAD, and GESI

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Concept-of-WID-WAD-GAD

Women in Development (WID) Origin: The WID approach arose in the early 1970s in response to the recognition that women were mainly excluded from mainstream development plans and programmes. Influenced by feminist movements in the Global North, particularly following the release of Ester Boserup’s 1970 book “Women’s Role in Economic Development,” WID emphasised women’s roles … Read more

Extension Program- Concept, Monitoring And Evaluation

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Extension Program- Concept, Monitoring And Evaluation

Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) are critical activities in extension program for tracking progress and determining impact. Monitoring is the continual gathering of data during program implementation to ensure that activities are on track, whereas evaluation examines the program’s effectiveness and outcomes after implementation. M&E work together to give insights for improving program effectiveness, assuring accountability, … Read more