Attitude of farmers towards privatization of agricultural extension services

Haryana has become favourite destination for many private firms in recent times and they are getting involved in various farming aspects. This study tried to analyze the attitude of farmers toward privatization of agricultural extension services (PAES). The study was conducted during 2011–12 with 200 farmers to know their attitude towards private extension services for agricultural purposes. Results showed that majority of farmers had favourable attitude towards privatization of extension services followed by 32 per cent of more favourable attitude. Statement wise analysis of attitude revealed that majority of farmers agreed on positive statements on privatization while some negative statements had also got the good percentage of farmers. The study also revealed that socio economic status (SES) was significantly and positively correlated with attitude of farmers towards privatization of agricultural extension services. Whereas education, family type, land holding and extension contact were other variables which also found positive and significant relationship with the attitude of farmers.