International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Chippy Xavier and Jayalekshmi G

abstract
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has established Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) all over the country to identify and solve the problems of farmers and to transfer the new agricultural technologies and skills. KVKs act as a link between the research wing and farmers. It is engaged in resolving problems faced by the farmers and in implementing various technologies developed by different research institutions. They are an integral part of agricultural extension services, facilitating the smooth and effective transfer of knowledge and technology from research institutions to the farming community. The present study was conducted to develop a scale to measure the effectiveness of KVK demonstrated technologies. We collected 82 statements, out of these 40 statements were selected through relevancy test. Out of 40 statements, 21 statements were retained on the final scale. Reliability and validity of the scale indicates its consistency and precision of the results.