Assessment of frontline demonstration technology on fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) in cultivation Jhajjar, Haryana

Frontline demonstrations (FLDs) on fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) variety AFg-5 were conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jhajjar during 2022–23 and 2023–24 on the fields of ten farmers each year. The demonstrations were carried out with active farmer participation to disseminate improved production technologies aimed at realizing the potential yield of fenugreek. The interventions included the use of a high-yielding variety, seed treatment, recommended fertilizer doses, and other non-monetary inputs. Data were recorded on plant height (cm), number of branches /plant, pest incidence (%), and seed yield (q/ha) and compared with the farmers’ existing practices. The improved variety AFg-5 produced higher seed yields of 15.90 q/ha and 17.20 q/ha during 2022–23 and 2023–24, respectively, as compared to the local variety. The demonstrations revealed a mean extension gap of 2.0 q/ha, a technology gap of 3.45 q/ha and a technology index of 17.25%. The improved technology also resulted in better economic returns, recording a higher benefit–cost ratio (2.89) compared to the local check (2.59). Overall, the FLDs demonstrated a positive and significant impact of the improved technology on fenugreek seed yield and profitability over traditional practices.