1Government Veterinary Officer, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
2Scientist (SG), Division of Dairy Extension, NDRI, Karnal, Haryana
3Department of Veterinary Animal Husbandry Extension, LUVAS, Hissar, Haryana
4Assistant Professor-cum-Jr. Scientist, Deptt. of Extension Education, Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bihar-813 210
Online published on 14 November, 2017.
This study is based on primary data collected from a sample of 160 respondents (80 respondents each from plain and hilly region) using random sampling. Complete enumeration of dairy farmers rearing at least five dairy animals and possessing a mobile phone or landline was done. Interview schedule was developed and pre-tested. Findings from the research show that the use of ICT has positive spinoffs on social and economic development, with impact on both behavior and knowledge of the dairy farmers.
Dairy farmers, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Perceived attributes, Uttarakhand
