International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
DN Padaliya, HC Chhodvadia and NB Jadav

abstract
In India, a wide range of training programs are frequently organized with a particular focus on rural communities, farmers and economically disadvantaged groups. These programs aim to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance their livelihoods. Training serves as a fundamental process through which individuals acquire new skills, develop positive attitudes and gain essential knowledge. This process is crucial not only for those entering a new profession but also for those seeking to improve their productivity within an existing organization or enterprise. By fostering the development of human resources, training plays a vital role in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. In first stage, out of seven FTCs of Saurashtra, four FTCs will be selected for the study on the basis of maximum number of farmers were got training under Farmer Training Centre (FTC). A tentative list of 42 statements was drafted keeping in view the applicability of statements suited to the area of study. The collected statements were edited in the light of the suggested criteria. The result showed less than half (48.75 percent) of trained stakeholders had high level of knowledge, whereas 39.37 percent had medium and 11.88 percent had low level of knowledge about improved agricultural practices. The probable reason of this finding might be the advantage of information gained during attending training.