1ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, Samba, 184121, Jammu and Kashmir, India
2Division of Agronomy, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, Jammu, 180009, Jammu and Kashmir, India
This study evaluated the impact of a 7 days mushroom cultivation training conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Samba, Jammu and Kashmir, on 20 economically disadvantaged farmers and landless labourers in 2020-21. Data were collected via pre-tests, post-tests, feedback questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. Results indicated a significant positive impact. Out of the total, 39.4 per cent of respondents strongly agreed their networking increased and 36.2 per cent reported increased job motivation. Seventy per cent agreed that they gained new knowledge/skills and 64.0 per cent reported improved job performance. Ninety five found the training content relevant to their work with 62.0 per cent stating almost everything learned was applicable. In total, 26.5 per cent reported a 70.0 per cent gain in new skills/knowledge and 25.0 per cent reported an 80.0 per cent gain. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of practical, need-based training in enhancing farmers’ capabilities and livelihoods.
Mushroom cultivation, Training, Impact, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
