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In fields like sociology, political science, library science, home science, education, and management, research methods and procedures exhibit notable similarities, particularly in areas involving researcher-led interviews with people. Agricultural extension research methods represent a significant non-formal educational system globally, focused on transferring knowledge and research outcomes to farmers, alongside potential services for farm families, rural youth, and the development of rural community resources.
The perspective on agricultural development has evolved significantly, coinciding with reduced governmental involvement in many societies and the increased roles of private enterprise and non-governmental organizations. Economic liberalization has opened new doors for farmers but has also heightened competition, making it challenging to predict future trends and provide definitive guidance to farmers.
Addressing agricultural and rural development challenges in developing countries necessitates a sufficient number of well-trained and skilled professionals. Effective problem-solving for farmers relies on extension workers and agricultural graduates possessing broad knowledge of extension teaching methods and technologies. This book consolidates comprehensive information on research methods in extension education to support practitioners in the field.
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The author is currently working as Assistant Professor, Nandini Nagar PG College Nawabganj Gonda Uttar Pradesh. Ph.D. Extension Education from Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. He received his B.Sc. (Ag.) in 2012 and M.Sc. (Ag.) Gold Medalist degree in 2014 in the field of Agriculture Extension from Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) Meerut Uttar Pradesh. He has also worked as Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the “Assessment of Livestock Healthcare Delivery System and Scope for its Improvement in Uttar Pradesh” sponsor by UPCAR Lucknow and “Policy Imperative for Promoting Value Chane in Agricultural Commodities in India” sponsor by NIAP, New Delhi, under Division of LES & IT, ICAR – IVRI, Izzatnagar Bareilly, Uttar PradeshHe has published 15 Research Papers, 03 Books, 04 Book Chapters, Hindi Popular Article 30 & awards etc.
The author is currently working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Livestock Farm Complex, Bihar Veterinary College, BASU Patna. He did his BVSc & AH degree from NDUA & T, Kumarganj, Ayodhya and MVSc from DUVASU, Mathura, U.P. He has taken his Doctorate Degree in the Year 2018 from Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly, U.P. He has a very vast experience in the animal husbandry and treatment of Livestock species. Currently he is an important member of the "Embryo Transfer Technology Project" running in the Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna and produces Bihar's First MOET as well IVF calf of Sahiwal cow along with his team. He received appreciation awards for his work in the Embryo Transfer Technology and IVF in Bihar and cattle and buffalo farm management etc. The author has also taken many international and national trainings in different aspects of animal husbandry, embryo transfer technique in cattle and buffalo etc. He has delivered his scientific talk in the different institutes of India. He has given more than 50 TV talks in different state and national TV and NEWS channels. He developed a world class IVF lab for Bovine in the Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna funded with Rashtriya Gokul Mission, Government of India with hands-on-training facilities to the young researchers and scientists.
Dr. Shubham Mishra is presently working as a Permanent Faculty in Baba Raghav Das Postgraduate College, Deoria, U.P. He achieved gold medal in Ph.D. and also qualified ICAR-NET exam. He has completed his Graduation Degree from Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat with first class. He has completed all degress through ICAR institutes. He has also guided M.Sc. and Ph.D. students. He always encourages students and motivates them to do smart study and also guided them for competitive exams like UPCATET, JRF, SRF and NET. His area of Research Interest lies in the fields of Information Communication and Technology (ICT), Gender sensitization, social entropy and rural development. So far, he has attended 6 National Seminar and 2 International Conferences and delivered oral as well as poster presentation in all these seminars and conferences, which were largely appreciated and got best poster as well as best oral presentation award. He has authored three books, five book chapters, several research papers and popular articles, which were published in well reputed journals and magazines. Moreover, he is also the recipient of the young scientist, best teacher award and the best thesis award.
Dr. Arvind Pratap Singh is presently working as a Assistant Professor, Faculty of Agriculture, KNIPSS, Sultanpur (Uttar Pradesh) Ph.D. Extension Education from Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. He received his B.Sc. (Ag.) in 2014 from CSJMU Kanpur and in 2016 from Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya. He has published 10 Research Papers, 03 Books, 04 Book Chapters, & received 06 awards etc.
Dr. Vikas Pandey He received his B.Sc. (Ag.) in 2014 from RMLU Ayodhya and M.Sc. Ag. Extension Education in 2016 from Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya and Ph.D. Extension Education from Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh He has published 05 Research Papers, 02 Books, & received 02 awards etc.
Dr. Pallavi Singh has completed her B.Sc. in 2017 from Acharaya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, M.Sc. in 2019 from Assam Agriculture University, Jorhat, Assam and Ph.D. in 2023 in the field of Family Resource Management and Consumer Science (FRMCS) from Acharaya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Ayodhya Uttar Pradesh. She is the author of the books entitled; “An Introduction to Consumer Behavior”, “Knowledge Bank for End Consumer” and "Advertisement and Buying Habits of Cosmetic Products." She has published several book chapters, research papers, and popular articles in reputed journals. She has attended many conferences, workshops, and trainings on a national and international level. She has been awarded the Best Paper Award and the Best Poster Presentation Award from different national and international societies. She is a believer that "Knowledge is the ultimate weapon".
