Constraints of technical staff at rythu bharosa kendras in delivering agricultural services

Effective extension models are vital for empowering farmers and enhancing both productivity and profitability. Rythu Bharosa Kendras (RBKs), an innovative initiative launched by the Andhra Pradesh government, aim to provide an integrated platform addressing farmers' needs from seed to sale at the village level. RBKs represent a significant advancement in agricultural support at the grassroots level, understanding and addressing the constraints faced by the technical staff was essential. This investigation offered insights into the required corrective measures to ensure the effective operation and service delivery of RBKs to the farmers. The study investigated the constraints encountered by RBK staff in delivering agricultural services using ex-post facto research design and multistage sampling approach, collecting data from 120 respondents across four districts of Andhra Pradesh. Constraints were analyzed through Garret ranking technique, revealed that discrepancies between old survey records and e-Panta geocoordinates complicate accurate e-crop booking by staff, Village Agricultural Assistants (VAAs) involvement in unscientific activities mandated by higher authorities compromised the quality of services to farmers and delay in releasing soil testing reports undermine farmers' trust in VAA at RBKs were the predominant constraints. These constraints collectively impact the effectiveness of RBKs in delivering agricultural services. Tackling these diverse constraints with specific interventions is therefore essential for optimizing RBK operations, improving service delivery, and increasing agricultural productivity.