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Available courses

Agriculture Extension

AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION EDUCATION NOTES
Meaning of Agricultural Extension
Agricultural Extension Education is a system of informal education that helps farmers improve knowledge, skills, and attitudes to increase productivity and livelihoods.
It connects research institutions with farmers.
Objectives
Increase agricultural production and income
Improve rural living standards
Transfer modern farming technologies
Develop leadership in rural areas
Promote self-reliance
Principles
Based on farmers’ needs
Learning by doing
Participation of farmers
Adaptation to local conditions
Family involvement
Continuous learning
Scope
Crop production
Livestock management
Soil and water conservation
Agricultural marketing
Rural development
Extension Methods
A. Individual Methods
Farm visits
Home visits
Personal communication
B. Group Methods
Discussions
Demonstrations
Workshops
Farmer field schools
C. Mass Methods
Radio
Television
Newspapers
Social media
Teaching Methods
Demonstration (method/result)
Lecture
Discussion
Role of Extension Worker
Educator
Advisor
Link between research and farmers
Community mobilizer
Communication
Elements: Sender, Message, Channel, Receiver, Feedback
Barriers: Language, illiteracy, culture, infrastructure
Adoption Process
Awareness
Interest
Evaluation
Trial
Adoption
Diffusion of Innovations
Spread of new ideas over time through communication channels within a social system
Qualities of Extension Worker
Good communication
Technical knowledge
Patience
Respect for farmers
Importance
Improves food security
Reduces poverty
Promotes sustainable agriculture
Empowers rural communities

Agricultural engineering III


Agricultural Engineering III is an advanced module designed to equip learners with technical skills and applied knowledge in modern farm engineering systems. The module focuses on the operation, maintenance, and management of agricultural machinery, farm structures, and soil and water engineering technologies.
Learners explore advanced concepts in farm power, mechanization, irrigation systems, farm buildings, post-harvest equipment, and environmental conservation. Practical sessions emphasize hands-on skills in machinery servicing, calibration of equipment, construction and maintenance of farm structures, and efficient use of water and soil resources in agricultural production.
Upon completion of this module, learners should be able to:
Operate and maintain various agricultural machines and implements safely.
Apply engineering principles to design, construct, and manage farm structures.
Use appropriate technologies for soil and water conservation and irrigation.
Apply mechanization techniques to improve productivity and sustainability.
Conduct troubleshooting and repairs on common farm equipment.
Promote safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible engineering practices.
Target Group: TVET/CBET learners in agriculture, agricultural engineering, general agriculture, or farm management programs.
Mode of Delivery:
Demonstrations
Practical workshops
Field exercises
Guided projects
Classroom instruction
Assessment:
Continuous assessment tests (CATs)
Practical evaluations
Projects and field exercises
Summative examination