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SAMETI, JHARKHAND
Annual Report
2008-09
STATE AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT & EXTENSION TRAINING INSTITUTE
KRISHI BHAWAN CAMPUS, KANKE ROAD, RANCHI-834008
PH – 0651-2232745, FAX- 0651-2232746
EMAIL: sametijharkhand@rediffmail.com
URL: www.sameti.org
Annual Report – 2008-09

Sri. Sunil Kumar Tel - 0651-2232746
Director Fax - 0651-2232746
E Mail: sametijharkhand@rediffmail.com
Foreword
During the year ‘SAMETI’ has taken keen interest in identifying the gaps in
Extension Reforms and adopts measures for improvement by organizing
several training programmes on Extension Management, Horticulture &
Information Technology. The emphasis was to reach rural with farmer -
scientist program.
The Annual Report of SAMETI for the year 2008-09 demonstrates our
continued commitment to the first rate of Extension Training in the State.
Performance of SAMETI can be evaluated in terms of impact which
over the years will reflects its commitment towards all round growth of
agricultural development in the State.
Sincere and dedicated efforts of Sri. Manoj Kabi, Faculty (I.T), Sri. Sunil
Kumar Singh, Faculty (Horticulture) and Sri. Abhishek Tirkey, Faculty
(Agril. Extn) in all activities of SAMETI is greatly acknowledged.
April’09
(Sunil Kumar)
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C O N T E N T S
ACHIEVEMENTS SO FAR
1. Background Information.......................................................................................................................................... 00
2. Sameti & its Mandate................................................................................................................................................. 00
3. Brief Agriculture Scenario of the State................................................................................................................ 00
4. Resources Available.................................................................................................................................................... 00
5. Training Programme Organized / Future Programme................................................................................... 00
6. Faculty............................................................................................................................................................................. 00
7. Training Methodology.............................................................................................................................................. 00
8. Research-Extension-Farmer Linkage................................................................................................................... 00
9. Publications .................................................................................................................................................................. 00
10. Physical & Financial Progress.................................................................................................................................. 00
11. Linkage With Institutions......................................................................................................................................... 00
12. Process Introduced..................................................................................................................................................... 00
13. Institutional Sustainability....................................................................................................................................... 00
14. Task Ahead..................................................................................................................................................................... 00
15. Future Challenges....................................................................................................................................................... 00
16. Sameti in Print Media................................................................................................................................................ 00
17. List of ATMA and their Address with Contact No............................................................................................. 00
18. Kisan Call Centre - An Overview............................................................................................................................ 00
19. Farm School Concept & Achievement................................................................................................................. 00
20. Participation in Kisan Mela ..................................................................................................................................... 00
21. Agriculture and Farmers Development Workshop-cum-Exhibitionn-Rabi 2008 ................................ 00
22. Best ATMA Reward and Farmers Awards ........................................................................................................... 00
23. Review Cum Experience Sharing Workshop for Eastern & North Eastern States................................. 00
24. Post Graduate Diploma inn Agriculture Extension Management............................................................. 00
25. Publication on Sale..................................................................................................................................................... 00
26. Details of Registration of 14 New ATMA Districts............................................................................................ 00
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ACHIEVEMENT SO FAR
Under Support to State Extension Programme under Extension Reforms with the facilitation of
SAMETI, Jharkhand, following milestones were achieved.
1. Facilitated and documented the Strategic Research and Extension Plan (SREP) for 4 new
ATMA district and for rest 14 ATMA districts draft SREP has been completed.
2. Has documented its efforts through publication of leaflets, booklets and posters for
effective and sustainable transfer of frontier agriculture technologies for the benefits of
the farming community.
3. As per the draft SREP of 14 new ATMA districts and 8 old ATMA districts, State
Extension Work Plan 2009-10 and 2010-11 has been prepared and submitted to Govt.
of India.
4. Conducted Inter-State exposure visits for farmers of ATMA districts to Andhra Pradesh
in PPP mode with CARD, New Delhi.
5. Brought 76 publications so far for use by extension functionaries & farmers.
6. Organized 133 training programme since 2003 benefiting over 7971 participants.
7. SAMETI has been identified as Study Center for conducting Post Graduate Diploma in
Agricultural Extension Management Course Sponsored by Govt. of India.
8. Organized Regional level Review cum Experience Sharing workshop for eastern and
north eastern states at Ranchi.
9. During the year 2008-09, a total 133 candidates were enrolled in the PGDAEM course
under the SAMETI, Jharkhand (Study Center).
10. 2 Best awarded farmers and one Agri-Entrepreneur were sent to IIM, Ahmedabad for
Managerial Skill enhancement.
11. ATMA, Dumka has been awarded as best ATMA district in Jharkhand followed by ATMA,
West Singhbhum and ATMA, Hazaribagh under extension reforms programme.
12. 150 progressive farmers (30 Women farmers) from 22 ATMA districts of Jharkhand
have been awarded for their agricultural activities in the field.
13. 5 regional Agriculture & Farmers Development Workshop cum Exhibition has been
organized at Ranchi, Dumka, Hazaribagh, West Singhbhum and Palamau region
benefiting near about 36000 famers and others in the State.
14. A total 18 farm school (including 4 in 2007-08) were established and operationalized
at Dumka, Jamtara, West Singhbhum, Hazaribagh, Garhwa, and Seraikella during the
year 2008-09.
15. One month massive publicity campaign for all central sector scheme like Extension
Reforms, NFSM & RKVY through Radio Mantra 98.7 FM (Local FM Channel) at
Ranchi.
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1. Background Information :
Economic reforms initiated since 1991 have put the Indian economy on a higher growth trajectory.
Annual growth rate in the total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has accelerated from below 6 per cent
during the initial years of reforms to more than 8 percent in recent years. The Planning Commission in
its approach paper to the Eleventh Five-Year-plan has stated that 9 per cent growth rate in GDP would
be feasible during the Eleventh Plan period. However, Agriculture that accounted for more than 30 per
cent of total GDP at the beginning of reforms failed to maintain its pre-reform growth. On the contrary,
it witnessed a sharp deceleration in growth after the mid-1990s. This happened despite the fact that
agricultural productivity in most of the states was quite low as it were, and the potential for the growth
of agriculture was high.
The State of Jharkhand was created in November’ 2000 after carving 79 lakh hectares geographical area
from the State of Bihar for better planning and execution of development activities of a ecologically
different zone ( Hills & Plateau region compared to Bihar plains). The agricultural scenario of the State
is not very good since the cropped area is only 22 lakh hectares with average productivity of 1.0 t ha-1
. Under the prevailing situation, rapid transfer of improved farm technologies to meet the food deficits
prevailing in the state is the goal. Prior to ITD-NATP, the system prevailing in different districts in the
area of technology dissemination was as follows:
• The technology available at the state level was in operation at district level also.
• Training of farmers was not demand driven.
• Not much work on group activities.
• Not much research-extension linkage.
• Paucity of funds was a major problem.
• Practically not much awareness on the “Use of IT” in technology transfer.
• Not much concern on food and nutritional security.
• Training & visit system was not successful.
• Approach was crop based & not system based.
• No emphasis on management reforms.
• No work on institution build up.
• Not much emphasis on capacity building & skill up gradation.
• Not much linkage with local institutions involved in technology transfer.
However, with the intervention of SAMETI some improvements are visible.
Need to Reform:
Considering the acute rural poverty in the State and peoples dependence on agriculture for livelihood,
the emerging need to bring about policy reforms was felt to make the system farmer friendly and
farmer receptive. Some of the priority issues which were considered are:
1) It is now recognized that public extension service (ZRS, KVK, State Department etc.) alone can
not meet the specific needs of the region and different classes of farmers. Policy reforms to
promote private extension service (FO, SHG, FIG, contact farmers, agriclinics, input providers etc.)
to supplements the public extension service need to be pursued.
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2) Role of Mass media & IT, FIACs etc. is being increasingly appreciated.
3) Promotion of a farmer participatory approach for system description, problem diagnosis,
implementation, monitoring, evaluation & feedback will bring about improvement.
4) Marketing rather than production is a major constraint in enhancing farm income. Thus there
should be increasing thrust on marketing extension.
5) Promotion of demand driven and farmer accountable extension will be meaningful.
6) Inter disciplinary approach in solving farmers problems should be followed.
7) SREPs should be prepared for all districts of Jharkhand through PRA involving line departments,
KVK, ZRS to make it meaningful.
8) Field extension functionaries should work as farm advisors with B.Sc. (Agri) as the minimum basic
qualification.
9) ‘ATMA’ concept should be propagated for multidisciplinary & location specific problem solving
approach based on SREP.
10) Research-extension linkage needs considerable strengthening. Linkage of ‘ATMA’ with KVK & ZRS
(ICAR, SAU) should be stronger than that at present.
11) Women empowerment and skill up gradation of farmers should be priority issues.
12) At State level training institute such as ‘SAMETI’ should be strengthened for capacity building of
extension functionaries.
2. SAMETI and Its Mandate
The State Agriculture Management & Extension Training Institute (SAMETI) was established and
made autonomous under societies Act as per the requirement of NATP. SAMETI was established to
provide extension input to the field functionaries and consultancy in areas like project planning,
appraisal and implementation etc. It also focuses to conduct problem oriented studies in agriculture
management, communication, participatory methodologies, post harvest technology and marketing.
After the creation, it established close linkages with local institutions like KVK, ZRS, BAU, HARP, XISS,
ILRI, R. K. Mission, Holy Cross, GVT and with MANAGE and other state & National level management
institutions.
Fig: Organizational set up of SAMETI.
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The Agriculture minister of the State is the Chairman of the General Council and Commissioner &
Secretary, Deptt. of Agriculture & Cane Development is the Vice Chairman of the General Council. There
are 15 Members in the General Council including Director, SAMETI. The meeting of the General Council
is held once in year to observe the provision of MOU, the rules & such instructions Govt. of India/
Jharkhand in the departmental dealing with the affairs of SAMETI as may be issued from time to time,
exercise general control and issue, directions, nominate members of the E..C for efficient management
& administration of the institute.
The Executive council is headed by Commissioner& Secretary (Agriculture), Deptt. of Agriculture & Cane
Development, Govt. of Jharkhand and consists of 12 members such as Director (Horticulture), Director,
Soil Conservation and Addl. Secretary (Agriculture), Director (Extension), BAU and Director(Research)
as the members. State Nodal Officer (NATP) is the vice-chairman of the EC and Director SAMETI is
the Member Secretary. The EC is directly responsible for the management and administration of the
institute in accordance with the rules and by-laws. The Standing Committee deals with policy matters
relating to training and publication.
A core team consisting 3 faculty members was posted to facilitate project implementation and
build the capacity of stakeholders involved in the project. The team also makes periodical visits
to ATMA districts to carry out need based trainings, support project implementation and provide
consultancy service
Mandate:
1. To develop systematic linkage between State, Regional and International Institutions of
outstanding accomplishment in the field for Agricultural Extension Management.
2. To gain insight into Agricultural Extension Management System and Policies together with
problems and constraints at each step and stage.
3. To identify, appreciate and develop modern management tools, techniques in problem solving
approaches utilizing the mechanism of personnel management, resource management, input
management and the conflict management at organization level.
4. To develop skill in organizing need based field programme for training and re-training of senior
field level functionaries for executing extension programme.
5. To conduct programme oriented researches in the area of Agricultural Extension Management
as a sequel to provide feedback to training programme. Such kind and types of researches will
generally be undertaken on the recommendation and issues emanating from training and viceversa.
6. To serve as repository of ideas and develop information, regional communication and
documentation service etc. in regard to the subject of Agricultural Extension Management.
3. Brief of Agriculture Scenario in Jharkhand
Land Use Profile :
Jharkhand came into existence on 14th Nov, 2000 after being divided from erstwhile Bihar. Since long
Jharkhand (79714 Sq Km) has been known for its forest and mines area. Surrounded by the five states
i.e. in east by West Bengal, in west Chattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh, in South by Orissa and North by
Bihar, Jharkhand has total geographical area of 79.7 lakh hectares. Out of the total geographical area
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only 38.00 lakh hectares is under cultivation which is only 22.6 %, while the forest area coverage is
27.28 lakh ha which is 29.27% of the total geographical area, 5.74 lakh hectares (7.20 %) land is under
barren condition, while cultivable waste is 2.74 lakh ha (3.44%) and pasture and other grazing land is
1.97 lakh hectares (2.48%).
Climatic Condition :
The whole state is divided into three agro climatic zone i.e. Sub zone IV, V and VI. Sub zone IV includes
the Central North Eastern Plateau which is humid and sub-humid tropical. Sub zone V includes western
plateau which is sub-humid to sub-tropical in nature and Sub zone VI includes South Eastern Plateau
which is Humid to Sub-tropical in nature. The average rainfall of the State is 1300 mm with maximum
up to 1500 mm observed last year in Pakur. East Singhbhum next to it with 1400 mm and Seraikella
1300 mm. The Minimum rainfall has been observed in three districts Palamau, Garhwa and Latehar i.e.
with 893 mm, 572 mm and 671 mm rainfall, respectively, since in three years. Chatra and Godda are
also next to these districts in term of minimum rainfall. Temperature has not been the limiting factor
in Jharkhand. In Kharif it varies from 250c to 380c between July to September while May is the hottest
month with maximum temperature going up to 420c ever. Maximum precipitation occurs i.e. up to
800 -900 mm during the month between July to September.
Population :
Total Population of the State is 269.09 lakh. Out of which 209.23 lakh belongs to rural area which is
nearly 77% of the total population. Dominated by tribal population since long, it has nearly 26.34%
of tribals in the state. The major tribal dominating districts are West Singhbhum, Ranchi, Gumla,
Simdega, Dumka, Pakur, Sahibganj, Khunti and Godda. Out of total population, 51.5% are male while
48.49 are female. Rural labour engaged in agricultural works are 25.31 lakh Male (65.98%) and 34.45
lakh (34.12%) female.
Land Holding Pattern :
80% of the total area is distributed in 37% of the holdings which are medium and big farmers, While
20% of the rest area is divided /distributed among 63% of the holding which are marginal farmers.
Administrative Setup :
There are 24 districts in the state with five commissionaires and 35 sub divisions. Altogether, there are
212 blocks, 3759 panchayats and 33067 villages in the State.
Land Pattern and Soil Type :
Out of the total arable land 40% is under upland condition, 30% is under medium land while the rest
is low land in nature. The undulating pattern of the land and its soil type has posed a lot of restriction
on development & enhancement of irrigation potential in the State. The soil here is sandy in nature
in most of the part, but varies from sandy loam texture to silt and at rare places clayey in nature.
80% of such lands are sandy loam in nature. As a result sustenance of the surface water for a longer
period after rainy season is the major cause of concern. Besides that, heavy precipitations during a
few months cause heavy damage to the agricultural land due to soil erosion every year. 40% of total
geographical area nearly 30 lakh ha is susceptible to severe soil erosions in the state while 16 lakh ha
is subject to normal soil erosion.
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Soil Acidity :
Soil acidity is the major cause of concern while taking into account the agriculture production of the
State. It varies from 5.5 pH to 6.5 on an average, in most of the districts while few districts are having
soil pH less than 5.5. It has become a limitation for the state while going for diversification of crops.
Irrigation Potential and Water Resources :
Most of the parts in the State are under rainfed condition as only 11.12% of the total areas are under cultivation
with irrigation. Major source of irrigation in other than Kharif season is river while next to it are well, ponds, nalas
and tube wells. Major rivers in the State are Damodar, Swarnarekha, Koelkaro, Shankh, Barakar and Amanat.
Major Crops :
Erratic distribution of rainfall, poor water holding capacity, high infiltration rate, unproductive soil
texture, poor fertility of soil and acidity have put a heavy stress on diversification of crops in the State.
Major crop grown in the State is paddy which covers around 16.92 lakh hectares area (85%) out of total
cultivable area which is 29.28 lakh ha. Rest of the area is contributed by pulses (3.21 lakh hectares) and
Coarse cereals (2.82 lakh hectares). Next to paddy is maize (2.50 lakh ha), Ragi, Jowar & Bajra. Among
pulses major area under Arhar (1.40 lakh ha) & Urd/Moong (1.50 lakh ha). Area under oilseed is very
less (52000 ha) as compared to other crops.
The overall food grain production of the state in the year 2008-09 is expected to touch 38.50 lakh m
tones against the target of 36.00 lakh m tones, But this State is still far behind from its required food
grain production, which is 49 lakh m tones. The major contribution to the food grain production of
the State comes from paddy production (expected 30.50 lakh m tones) followed by Maize, Pulses and
Oilseeds. Improvement in the paddy production from previous years can be attributed to the use of
HYV varieties (70%) followed by hybrids (nearly 10%). Average productivity of the State for paddy is
expected 1900 kg/ha in the year 2008-09, while the rest of food grain production is varying from 800
to 1000 kg/ha which is far below the national average.
Input availability :
Seed and fertilizer are the major inputs required in agriculture production in the State. Our state is
having 100 seed farms and 17 seed villages those are in pipeline to supply at least 82 thousand quintals
of seeds for the year 2009-10. Rest of the seed requirement is planned to be met through NSC, SFCI
& other agencies. The target of fertilizer requirement for the year 2009-10 is Urea-1, 35,000 m tones,
DAP-75000 m tones, MOP-10000 m tones and NPK Complexes – 30000 m tones. Requirement of these
fertilizers is planned accordingly to be met from TCL, PPL, NFL, RCF, INDOGULF, IFFCO and KRIBHCO.
The major boost in fertilizer consumption has been observed last year in consumption of NPK, MOP
and DAP. While consumption of urea was more or less constant. Average consumption of fertilizer is 60
kg/hec which far below the national average.
Constraints :
• Poor Soil Condition: pH

Inputs Requirement Availability
Seed 842000 qtl 135000 qtl
Fertilizer 250000 Mt. 194364 mt.
Credit 2500 Crore 941 Crore.
• Lack of Irrigation – 12%
• Low Seed / Variety replacement rate -14%
• Low adoption of horticultural plantation.
• Inadequate post harvest infrastructure.
• Lack of organized marketing facilities.
• Run off loss
• Low credit
• Inadequate infrastructure
Strategy for Agriculture Improvement
a) Crop improvement through
1. Introduction & Distribution of HYV seeds to improve the SRR.
2. Distribution of Hybrid seeds to give a boost in food grain production.
3. Development and strengthening of seed farms and seed villages to increase self sufficiency
in seed production.
4. Use of soil amendments to increase the availability of fertilizer for the crops.
5. Crop diversification with special reference to short duration crops like pulses, oilseeds and
vegetables.
6. Introduction of Horticultural crops along with main crops based on land pattern and land
use pattern of State.
7. Taking advantage of less use of chemical fertilizer, organic farming can be promoted at large
scale among the farmers with special programmes on organic farming.
8. To increase the water use efficiency, micro irrigation system can be promoted with
programmes among farmers.
9. Farm mechanization can be promoted based on the holding size and soil type as well as
seeing the economic status of the farmers.
10. Vegetable production in the State is above the national average. To promote further to
increase the income level of the grower and to give a relief from the exploitation by middle
man market linkage can promoted with the assistance of NGO’s even.
11. Market Linkage linked with data can be a better way of promotion up to international market even
12. Soil erosion control measures programmes can be taken on project basis so as to observe its
effects in next 4-5 years.
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Farming System:
Experience gained under NATP (Farmer Participatory Research) outlines the need for several
farming system options. This will make the farm households self sufficient. Enterprise diversification
will increase income, minimize risks and improve diet of farm families. NATP-ITD component
has strengthened the Research-Extension farmer linkages. Successes have been achieved &
documented by ATMA functionaries in the districts of Dumka, Chaibasa, Palamau & Jamtara during
the past 3-4 years. Some of the possible farming system options for the State besides agriculture
& animal husbandry are :
• Rice-Fish Farming.
• Rice-Fish-Duck farming.
• Rice-Fish-Pig farming.
• Rice-Pig farming.
• Rice-poultry farming.
• Rice-Mushroom
• Sericulture-Vegetable cultivation-Apiary.
• Vegetable-Floriculture-Apiary-Lac cultivation
• Field crops-poultry-fish-mushroom.
• Fruit crops-vegetables-Apiary.
• Rice-vegetables-Apiary.
• Maize-Pulses-Poultry/ Cattle.
4. Resources Available:
• Conference Hall - Sitting arrangement of 80 participants with all audio visual facilities.
• Computer Lab - 10 computer with networking
• Meeting Room/ Syndicate Room
• Office
• Audio Visual Aids.
• Library
• Generator Backup- Uninterrupted Power Supply
• Intercom facilities for Faculty Member and other senior officials of Agriculture Department.
• Trained Faculty Member
• Extension Management.
• Horticulture
• Information Technology
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5. Training Programme Organized / Future Programme:
S No. Course Title Dates No. of Participants Level of Participants
1. Workshop on State Extension Work Plan
and Physical and Financial Report
2. Trainers Training on AES Core Team for
New ATMA Districts (Dhanbad, Godda,
Sahibganj, Pakur, Deoghar, Giridih)
3. Trainers Training on AES Core Team for
New ATMA Districts (Ranchi, Bokaro,
East Singhbhum, Gumla, Koderma,
Simdega, Lohardaga, Latehar)
4. Review Cum Experience Sharing
workshop on Extension Reforms for
Eastern & North Eastern States.
5. One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Dumka, Deoghar, Godda)
6. One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Singhbhum (E), Singhbhum
(W) & Seraikella)
7. One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Simdega, Gumla, Lohardaga,
Latehar)
8. One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Koderama, Giridih, Dhanbad
& Bokaro )
9. One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Koderama, Giridih, Dhanbad
& Bokaro)
10 One day F-S Interaction programme for
progressive farmers in collaboration
with BAU (Sahibganj, Pakur, Ranchi,
Hazaribagh)
11 Trainers Training on Horticulture
Extension Management (Collaborative
Course with MANAGE, Hyderabad)
12 Trainers Training on Market Led
Extension
13 Review cum Experience Sharing
workshop
14 Workshop on Rashtriya Krishi Vikas
Yojna (RKVY) – Off Campus at
Hazaribagh
14-15 May, 2008 25 Project Director & District
Line Dept. Officers.
5-7 June, 2008 24 AES Core Team of ATMA
Districts.
8-10 June, 2008 31 AES Core Team of ATMA
Districts.
13th June, 2008 41 SNO and PD of North
Eastern States with GOI
Team.
17th June, 2008
Progressive Farmers
18th June, 2008
19th June, 2008
20th June, 2008
21st June, 2008
22nd June, 2008
28th July-1st
Aug,2008
Table No. 5 to 10
Total 654
Progressive Farmers
Progressive Farmers
Progressive Farmers
Progressive Farmers
Progressive Farmers
27 Project Director &
District Horticulture
Officers of ATMA Dist.
21-23 Aug, 2008 40 BTT, NGO, Progressive
Farmers of ATMA
Districts
13th Sept, 2008
SNO and PD of Eastern &
North-Eastern States.
19th Sept, 2008
Agriculture & Line Dept
officials of ATMA
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15. Workshop on Rashtriya Krishi Vikas
Yojna (RKVY) – Off CampusChaibasa
16. Workshop on Rashtriya Krishi Vikas
Yojna (RKVY) – Off Campus Dumka
17. Workshop on Rashtriya Krishi Vikas
Yojna (RKVY)
18. Agricultural Field Day at Gola Block of
Hazaribagh Districts
19. Operationalisation of ATMA & SREP for
Ranchi Districts
20. Promotion of Farmers Organization &
Federation at Hazaribagh District –Off
Campus
22nd Sept, 2008
Agriculture & Line Dept
officials of ATMA
4th Sept, 2008
Agriculture & Line Dept
officials of ATMA
9th Sept, 2008
Agriculture & Line Dept
officials of ATMA
10th Sept, 2008 150 Farmers Group
members/ Progressive
Farmers
17-19 Sept, 2009 47 District Officers, BTT, FAC
Member, KVK Scientists
15-17 Oct, 2008 45 BTT & FAC Members of
ATMA Hazaribagh
21. Operationalization of ATMA & SREP 22-24 Oct, 2008 32 BTT & Line Dept. Officials
22. Orientation Programme on Extension 13th Nov, 2008 54 ATMA, East Singhbhum
Reforms
23. Course on Farm Mechanization
Extension
24. Operationalization of ATMA & SREP – Off
Campus (ATMA Sahebganj)
25. Workshop on State Extension Work Plan
(SEWP)- Bi-Annual
26. Trainers Training on Hitech/ Modern
Horticulture
27. Workshop on Website Development &
Operationalization of EMS for 14 new
ATMAs
28. Training on Hitech Horticulture for
Progressive Farmers of Hazaribagh
Districts
29 Training on Farmer Led Extension – Off
Campus (Hazaribagh)
30 SAMETI- BAU Collaborative F-S
Interaction Programme during Kisan
Mela
31 Training on Hitech Horticulture for
Progressive Farmers of Dumka –Off
Campus (Dumka)
32 Training Programme on Mainstreaming
Gender Concerns in Agriculture
33 Training on Horticulture Extension
Management for Farm Women
10-14 Nov, 2008 30 Agricultural Officers of
ATMA Districts
3-6 Dec, 2008 26 District Officers, BTT, FAC
Member, KVK Scientists
20.12.2008
45 Ranchi and Hazaribagh
22.12.2008
23.12.2008
27.12.2008
13-17 Jan, 2009 54 Horticultural Dept.
Officers
4-6 Feb, 2009 32 PD, Dy. PD, Computer
Professional and BTT
members
10-13 Feb, 2009 68 Progressive Farmers
12-14 Feb, 2009 39 BTT & Progressive
Farmers
26-28 Feb, 2009 1500 Ranchi
2-4 March, 2009 41 Progressive Farmers
4-6 March, 2009 37 District & Block Level
Officials
5-7 March, 2009 43 Women Farmers
Total 3085
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Future Programme:
1. Workshop on Communication Skills & Motivation
2. Workshop on Public Private Partnership.
3. Leadership & Team building process & Skills
4. Market Led Extension Management
5. Mainstreaming Gender Concern in Agriculture
6. Farmers Led Extension – Concept, Potential, Models and Experiences
7. Farm Mechanization Extension
8. Mass Media Skills to Support Agriculture Extension
9. Farming System Approach.
6. Faculty :
Faculty members are mainly drawn from SAMETI, ATMA, MANAGE, Hyderabad, Birsa Agricultural
University, Ranchi, XISS, Ranchi, KVK Divyayan, R K Mission, Morabadi, PRADAN, NABARD, State
Department of Agriculture, BIT Mesra, HARP (ICAR) & ILRI (ICAR) Nam kum, Institute of Forest
Productivity, Ranchi, SRI Bariatu and ATI, Ranchi as per need of the programme.
Faculty Involved This Year in SAMETI Programme.
S No. Name of the Faculty Designation & Address
1 Dr. A. K. Sarkar Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, BAU, Ranchi
2 Dr. M. A. Kareem Dy. Director, MANAGE, Hyderabad
3 Sri. Gokul Mehra Joint Cane Commissioner, Govt. of Jharkhand
4 Dr. R. P. Singh ‘Ratan’ Director (Extension), BAU, Ranchi
5 Dr. B. N. Singh Director (Research), BAU, Ranchi
6 Dr. Pinaki Ghosh Faculty (XISS), Ranchi
7 Dr. S Kumar Head, HARP, Plandu
8 Dr. Krishna Yadav Asst. Professor, EEI, Nilokheri
9 Dr. Nasib Singh Assoc. Professor, EEI, Nilokheri
10 Sri. Sunil Kumar Singh Faculty, SAMETI, Jharkhand
11 Sri. Abhishek Tirkey Faculty , SAMETI, Jharkhand
12 Sri. Manoj Kabi Faculty (I.T), SAMETI, Jharkhand
13 Dr. S Kumar Head, HARP, Plandu
14 Dr. R. V. Singh Sr. Scientist, HARP, Plandu
15 Dr. Bikash Dash Scientist, HARP, Plandu
16 Dr. A. K. Singh Sr. Scientist, HARP, Plandu
17 Dr. J. P. Sharma Sr. Scientist, HARP, Plandu
18 Dr. B. M Choudhary Chairman, Dept. of Hort, BAU, Ranchi
21 Dr. K. K. Prasad Sr. Scientist, Dept of Hort, BAU, Ranchi
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22 Dr. Poonam Horo Jr. Scientist, Dept. of Hort, BAU, Ranchi
23 Dr. R. N. Rai Sr. Scientist, Dept. of Hort, BAU, Ranchi
24 Dr. Prasant Kumar Sr. Scientist, Dept. of Hort, BAU, Ranchi
25 Dr. Ravi Shankar SMS, NHM, Ranchi
26 Smt. Kalpana Palit Entrepreneurs, Ranchi
27 Dr. B. Mishra Chairman, Dept. of Soil Science, BAU, Ranchi
28 Dr. Debendra Prasad Chairman, Entomology BAU, Ranchi
29 Dr. Rabindra Prasad Sr. Scientist, Ento, BAU, Ranchi
30. Mr. K. L Choudhary Manager, KGVK, Usha Martin Limited.
31. Dr. Ranjay Kumar Singh Programme Coordinator, KVK, Chatra
32. Dr. Souman Biswas Director, Dept. Of Agri Business Management, BAU
33. Sri. Prafulla Kumar Sio Faculty, R. K. Mission, KVK, Ranchi
34 Sri. Sujit Kumar State Anchor, ILFS, Ranchi
35. Mrs. Kalpana Palit Agri- Entrepreneur, Ranchi
36. Dr. B. K. Jha Asst. Professor (Extn.), BAU
37. Dr. Niva Bara Head, Dept. of Extn., BAU
7. Training Methodology:
In the recent past, Extension Training Programs have witnessed multi-farious changes in the training methodology.
The old days’ training methods like lecture are now being replaced with different multi dimensional trainin g
methods. With the introduction of modern communication techniques, the extension training has received
numerous improvements. Senders (1965) commented that to make a training effective it should be based on
the fundamentals that people learn by seeing with their own eyes, hearing with their own ears, saying with their
mouths and doing with their own hands. Considering the above factors and all the modernization in the field
of training methodology, the Institute has also incorporated latest training techniques and extension teaching
methods by linkage with other institution like MANAGE, XISS, R K Mission, SRI.
A brief discussion of the training approach/methodology presently being followed by the Institute is
given hereunder:-
i) Lecture-cum- Group Discussion / Group Exercise
The participants of the training courses conducted by this Institute usually are Master Trainers/Scientists
of State Agricultural Universities and State, Distt. & Sub Divisional level Extension Officers from State
Govts. Since the adult/senior people do not relish too much listening to others, the talk-cum-discussion
method is used to orient the participants about concept of a particular module during the training session.
The opportunity is provided to the participants to discuss their field experiences and problems related to
the particular module. This method is used for the modules on extension talk, skill teaching, Information
Technology and other topics like leadership development, Motivation etc.
ii)
Planning Session
In all the courses conducted by the Institute, before practice or presentation on any module, the
participants are provided with an opportunity to plan the particular topic in each module under
the guidance of faculty members.
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iii) Sharing of Experiences:
In a many a cases, A sharing of experiences session included for better understand of problems
and prospects of case studies for proper implementation of project at grass root level.
iv) Video Films:
v) Field Visits:
vi) Practice Session
After planning the topic and demonstration, the participants are provided with an opportunity
to practice it. The practice on letter writing and drawing techniques are given to the participants
in order to develop skill in preparation of visual aids in computer. Similarly participants practice
for extension talk session as well as skill session before the actual presentation. This helps in
developing confidence among the participants in use of various extension methods and A.V.aids
in the field situation.
vii) Presentation.
The presentation of extension talks and the skill teaching plans by the participants forms one
of the important techniques adopted in all the courses. These presentations may either be an
individual or a group activity. The extension talks delivered by the participants would invariably be
supported by some kinds of visual aids, which they would prepare by themselves in consultation
with the faculty members. The participants are requested to present their talk plans and skill
plans, after proper planning & practice/rehearsal.
viii) Appraisal
The appraisal of the presentations of extension talks & skill teaching plans is done by the faculty
members and participants on certain norms. The appraisal of the visual aids is part of the appraisal
of extension talks. In the process of appraisal, the strong points are highlighted and points for
improvement are given in the form of suggestions for further improvement.
xi) Recall Session
The recall is done with the specific objectives to strengthen the remembrance of the participants
on the major learnings daily/weekly. The participants are asked to recall the important/major
learning’s on individual/group basis, which are visualized on chart(s) and kept displayed in the
classroom till concluding session.
x) Back at work Plan
At the end of the course the participants are requested to indicate about the major learning during
the course and their application in their back at home situation.
xi) Evaluation
The training programmes conducted by the Institute are being evaluated which help in monitoring
the training progress and also provide opportunity to the faculty to incorporate the topic(s)/revise
methodology as per the need of the trainees while planning for future course.
x) Inductive Learning
Generally in most of the courses the above-mentioned training methodology is adopted. However, in some
courses like Extension Management, Monitoring & Evaluation Project Management & PRA Techniques
and Management of Training Programme “COVERDALE” Training Methodology, in which participants are
divided in sub groups and task is given, is used. The group members are requested to assemble in general
session for presentation/appraisal/inputs. This provides 100 % involvement of the participants.
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8. Research – Extension-Farmer-Market Linkage
The current institutional framework for technology transfer with its institutional and operational
constraints severely limits the effectiveness of the public extension systems to disseminate location
specific technology to different socio-economic groups of farmers. Also, because of policy changes
in the wake of economic liberalization, the private sector and commercial farmers are taking more
responsibility for technology dissemination. Such a dynamic situation calls for systematic reforms of
the agricultural technology system (ATS), both to strengthen linkages between research, extension and
farmers and to achieve better system integration among agencies involved in technology transfer. An
important part of these reforms includes restructuring the extension services to increase its technical
capacity and expand its subject-matter coverage, while improving its financial sustainability.
Strengthening the R-E linkage is a major step in bringing about improvements in existing farming
system. Extension system puts demands on research system and receives solution from it. The research
system in turn gets feedback from extension system. Farmer has found his place in this link through
representation in GB and AMC.
Research extension linkage is becoming stronger with the involvement of KVK & ZRS scientists in the
programme. KVK/ZRS is helping ATMA in preparation of SREP and the block action plans. KVK is also
conducting adaptive trials with ATMA. Such linkages have been found to be effective between ATMA-
Chaibasa & KVK Jagannathpur & ATMA Palamau & KVK Chianki.
SAMETI is helping ATMAs to strengthen this linkage by deputing scientists from BAU, Ranchi /ZRS,
Dumka, Chaianki & Darisai/ KVK, Jagnnathpur after taking help and guidance from the University.
SAMETI is working on the following lines for improvement in R-E linkage.
1. Preparing technical bulletin for extension workers and farmers of ATMA districts.
2. Participation of research scientists in the ATMA GB as well as ATMA management committee.
3. Active participation of KVK /ZRS scientist in the participatory Rural Appraisal as a member of the
core team entrusted with the responsibility of finalizing Strategic Research and Extension Plan.
4. Organization of demonstrations and awareness programmes for the farmers on new technologies.
5. Mainstreaming the long-term researchable issues with the production system research or mission
mode research or other channels of research to be funded through ICAR/BAU.
6. Organizing district level (ATMA) workshops on Research-Extension-linkage to discuss about
researchable issues under the SREP and follow up the progress made on the same.
09. Publication
I. Drip Sichai Dwara Tamatar Ki Kheti (Hindi)
II. SAMETI News -2009
III. Annual Report
IV. Annual Training Calender
V. SAMETI Agro-Tech Calendar
VI. Plastic Drum Seeder Dwara Dhan Ki Sidhi Boyai
VII. Karif Chara Pasu Aahar Dinanath Ghas.
VIII. Jharkhand Rajya Me Dhan Ki Unnat Kheti
IX. Til Ki Ausodhya Gun
X. Shankar Dhan - SRI Technology
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10. Physical & Financial Progress
S No. Indicative Activities Fund Available
Achievement
(Balance +GOI+ State)
Phy. Fin. Phy. Fin.
A.1 Support to State M & E Unit.
Providing Computer Infrastructure 0.309 0
Review Workshops and RE Interfaces 2 0.239 0.548
Third Party Monitoring & Evaluation 10.000 10.00
Expenses for IDWG & Other Contingencies. 2 0.859 0.86593
A.2 Training Courses / Workshop 13 22.246 13 18.21499
A.3 Exposure Visit 4 6.120 1 2.50888
A.4. State level exhibitions / Kisan Melas/ shows 1 5.000 1 5.00
A.5. Krishi Expo and Regional Fairs 0.000
a) Participation in Krishi Expo 1 0.500 0.50
b) Participation in Regional Fair 1 0.500 0.50
A.6. Rewards & Incentives. 1 1.000 1.00
A.7 Farmers Awards – Best Farmers Representing Different
0.000
Enterprises
State Level 2 1.000 1.00
District Level 16 4.000 4.00
A.8. Upgrading and restructuring of SAMETI 0.000
Recurring. 0.000
a) Operational Expns & Technical Assistance 7.458 7.71033
b) Documentation / Publication 4.513 1.27743
c) Vehicle Hiring. 5.396 0.96204
Non Recurring.
d) Equipment
e) Civil Works.
B.1. Developing SREP 3.500 3.50
B.2. Training of farmers 8 10.035 8 10.035
a) Inter State Training
b.) Within State Training 16 14.854 16 14.854
c) Within District Training 55 33.063 55 33.063
B.3. Organizing Demonstration 0.000
a) Demonstration (Agril.) 351 14.073 351 14.073
b) Demonstration (Allied Sector) 676 27.041 676 27.041
C) F-F Demonstration 42 6.300 42 6.30
B.4. Inter State & Inter-district Exposure Visit 0.000
a) Inter State 8 8.343 8 8.343
b) Within State 22 1.941 22 1.941
c) Within District 82 6.219 82 6.219
B.5. Mobilization of farmers groups 0.000
a) Their Capacity Building, skill development 60 3.019 60 3.019
b) Seed money/ revolving fund. 30 3.085 30 3.085
B.6. Rewards and Incentives- 1 0.135 1 0.135
B.7. Farmers Awards – Best Farmers representing different 2 0.135 2 0.135
enterprises-block level
B.8. District level exhibitions, Kisan Melas, shows. 1 1.085 1 1.085
B.9. Information dissemination through printed leaflets
etc. and local advertisements.
25 4.936 25 4.936
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B.10 Development of technology packages 9 1.762 9 1.762
B.11. Farmer Scientist Interactions 13 2.564 13 2.564
B.12. Organization of field days and kisan gosthis 60 8.961 60 8.961
B.13. Assessment, refinement, validation and adoption of
0.275 0.275
frontline technologies through KVKs
B.14. Establishment of ATMA like Institutions
TA / DA & Other Operational Expenses 11.266 11.266
Hiring of Vehicles 4.237 4.237
Operational expenses exclusively for block level. 5.330 5.33
Equipment 3.650 3.65
Civil Works and Re-furbishing 2.800 2.8
B.15. Establishment of FIAC 0.000
B.16 Farm School 86 44.05 14 2.52416
C. Innovative Activities.
C1. State Level Activities (Implementation of Extension
0.000
Activities )
C2. PG Diploma in agriculture Extension Management
0.000
through MANAGE
D. Innovative Activities – District Level
D.1. Support to District level training institution 0.000
D.2. Setting up CRS 0.000
Grant Total 291.80 235.2208
11. Linkage with Institution:
SAMETI has established linkage with various local as well as National Institutions.
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12. Processes Introduced:
• Training programme on various aspects on Agriculture Extension Management introduced in the
State.
• Better Research-Extension Linkage.
• Improved use of IT & ICT in Technology spread.
• Website for SAMETI, Department of Agriculture and its linkage with ATMA districts.
• Exposure visits on frontier areas of Agricultural development initiated in collaboration with Center
for Agriculture & Rural Development, New Delhi
13. Institutional Sustainability
SAMETI is has initiated following steps to move towards institutional sustainability under Extn.
Reforms :-
• Charging Token Money for Training/ Workshop/ Exposure Visit.
• Charging for audio visual aids provided by SAMETI.
• Priced Technical Bulletin/ Publication.
• Charging for conference room facilities.
• Institutional charges @10% is being provided by State Govt. for sponsored programmes.
14. Task Ahead
• Closer linkage among ATMA, SAMETI & State Departments/ SUA/ ICAR
• Greater Role of mass media in technology dissemination.
• Improved & effective communication among Scientist-Extension-Farmers personnel.
• Propagating farming system approach.
15. Future Challenges
• Innovative marketing strategy.
• Continuous technology up gradation.
• Healthy credit growth.
• Effective system dominated work culture.
• Improving organizational setup.
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16. SAMETI in Print Media
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17. LIST OF ATMA AND THEIR ADDRESS WITH CONTACT NO.
District Name & Designation & Address Contact No. Fax No.
Dumka Sri. Saban Guria
Project Director, ATMA cum District Agriculture
06434-237227(O)
94315-61523 (Cell)
06434-224603
Officer, Kisan Vidyapeeth, Aerodrum Road,
Dumka-814101
Jamtara
West
Singhbhum
Palamau
Chatra
Hazaribagh
Garhwa
Saraikela
Sri. Animanand Toppo
Project Director, ATMA cum District Agriculture
Officer, Sub. Div. Agricultural Farm, Circledih,
Jamtara
Sri. Chandra Mohan Puran
Project Director, ATMA cum DSCO, West
Singhbhum, ATMA Bhawan, Opp. Of Sadar Block,
Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Sri. Sunil Kumar
Project Director ATMA cum DAO
Opp. Of Namdhari Mahila College
Daltonganj, Palamau
Sri. Amresh Kr. Jha
Project Director ATMA cum DAO
O/O Sub. Div. Agril. Officer, Tapez, Chatra
Sri. Marshal Khalko
Project Director ATMA cum Asst. Director
Horticulture, Krishi Bhawan, Kanheri Hill Road,
Hazaribagh
Sri. Surendra Singh
Project Director ATMA cum DAO
Dist. Agril. Office, Agricultural Farm
Kutchery Road, Garhwa.
Sri. Sanjay Kumar Singh
Project Director, ATMA cum DAO
O/O Dist. Agril. Office, Projini Bagh
Saraikela
06433-223102 (O)
94311-33938 (Cell)
06582-257901 (O)
94311-70833 (Cell)
99341-48624 (Cell)
06562-223886 (O)
94317-88636 (Cell)
06541-222769 (PP)
94311-75050
94311-41972
06546-270752 (O)
94311-81027 (Cell)
94313-27414 (Cell)
06561-290414
06597-234284 (O)
94313-25934 (Cell)
06433-223103
06582-259003
06562-223886
06541-222769
06561-222741
06597-234284
I/C PROJECT DIRECTORS OF 14 NEW ATMA DISTRICT
S No. Atma District Name Of Pd, Atma Contact No.
1 Ranchi Mrs. Hemangini C. Kumar
O/O DAO, Krishi Bhawan, Kanke Road, Ranchi
2 Lohardagga Mr. B. P. Mandal
O/O DAO, Lohardagga
3 Latehar Shri. Kishun
O/O DAO, Latehar
4 Gumla Sri. Maherpal Singh
O/O DAO, Gumla
5. Simdega Mr. Naresh Kr. Choudhary
O/O DAO, Simdega
6. East Singhbhum Sri. Gamerial Hansdha
O/O DAO, Jamshedpur, East Singhbhum
0651-2231382(O & Fax)
93040-11997 (Cell)
06526-224627 (O & Fax)
94319-74838 (Cell)
06565-248074 (O & Fax)
06524-223192 (O & Fax)
94315-51331 (Cell)
06525-225278 (O & Fax)
98353-10438 (Cell)
0657-2901935 (O)
99391-59758 (Cell)
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7. Dhanbad Sri. Satendra Prasad
O/O DAO, Misrit Office, Dhanbad
8. Bokaro Sri. Arun Kumar Gupta
O/O DAO, Bokaro
9 Giridih Sri. Dhirendra Kr. Pandey
O/O DAO, Giridih
10. Pakur Sri. Bimal Kumar Lakra
O/O DAO, Pakur
11 Godda Sri. Satya Narayan Panjiyara
O/O DAO, Godda
12 Deoghar Sri. Shyam Narayan Saraswati
O/O DAO, Deoghar
13 Sahibganj Sri. Madan Singh
O/O DAO, Sahibganj
14. Kodarma Sri. Amresh Kr. Jha
O/O DAO, Kodarma
0326-2223202 (O & Fax)
98529-61132 (Cell)
06542-286284 (O &fax)
94313-22512 (Cell)
06532-226674 (O & Fax)
93346-92990 (Cell)
06535-220602 (O & Fax)
94701-11509 (Cell)
06422-222226 (O)
98353-16295 (Cell)
94313-96555 (Cell)
06436-222429 (O & Fax)
93340-04319 (Cell)
06534-252826 (O)
94311-75050
18. Kisan Call Centre- An Overview
• A kisan Call Center consists of a complex of telecommunication infrastructure, computer support
and human resources organized to manage effectively and efficiently the queries raised by farmers
instantly in local language
• Mainly, Subject Matter Specialists (SMSs) using telephone and computer, interact with farmers to
understand the problem and answer the queries at a call center.
• This is a functional area within an organization like Research Station /KVK etc. or an outsource
where facility exists to answer inbound or make outbound telephone calls to resolve the queries
of pending calls
• A sophisticated voice operations center that provides a full range of inbound or outbound call
handling services including customer support, direct assistance, multi-lingual services etc.
• It enables establishment of close linkages and seamless communication mechanism among the
key stake holders in the extension system.
Operational Mechanism of KCC:
Kisan Call Center consists of three (3) levels.
Level-I : The basic call center interface with high quality bandwidth and local
language proficient agriculture graduates.
• Calls are picked up by Level-I functionary with a welcome note and
will take down the basic information and query of the caller.
• These details will be fed into the computer located next to the operator
by the operator himself along with the question being asked by the
farmer.
• The functionaries should possess good communication skills and they should be able to answer a
majority of the questions likely to be asked by the farmers.
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Level–II : Subject Matter Specialists (SMSs) on concerned important crops and enterprises, connected
through good bandwidth telecom and computer connectivity.
• It consists of SMSs who will be located at their respective place of work. In case the first level
operator is not able to answer the question, the operator will then forward the call to the concerned
SMS (ATIC-SAU / ICAR / DOA / DOH / DOAH).
• The data relating to the caller including the question asked will also be transferred to the Level-II
functionary on his computer along with the call.
• A system is also provided to revert back to the caller by post, fax, e-mail or by telephone within 72
hours in case the calls not answered.
• Selection of the SMSs should be such that they will answer most of the questions that are likely to
be asked.
• One option is to select commodity-wise specialists and other option would be to select general
specialists who would deal with various subjects.
• The SMSs should have a minimum of 10-15 years of field experience with good communication
skills in local language.
Level-III : This is a management group to ensure ultimate answering and resolution of all the farmers
queries which are not resolved at Level-I and Level-II.
• This consists of a dedicated cell at the Nodal Office.
• Appropriate replies to these questions should be framed in consultation with the concerned
specialists available within or outside the state by the nodal cell.
• Replies to the queries by Level-III are sent to the farmers promptly by post, fax, telephone, e-mail
etc. within 72 hours of the receipt of the call by the Nodal Office.
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19. Farm School- A Concept
1. The National Commission on Farmers has recommended that Farm Schools may be established
in the fields of outstanding farmers. Such Farm Schools will be based on the principles of
“learning by doing” as well as ‘seeing and harvesting is believing’ with focus on farmer-tofarmer
extension. The Farm School would help in developing a cost effective extension
system.
2. Setting-up of Farm Schools was also recommended during the day-long workshop held on 15th
May, 2007 on Revitalization of Agricultural Extension System.
3. The key features of the Farm Schools to be promoted under the ATMA programme are given
below:
• Farm Schools would be operationalized at Block/Gram Panchayat level.
• These would be set up in the field of outstanding farmers and awardees of nationally
recognized awards for farmers. These could also be set up in a Government/ Non-Government
Institution.
• “Teachers” in the Farm Schools could be progressive farmers, extension functionaries or
expert belonging to Government or Non-Government Sector.
• One of the main activities of Farm Schools would be to operationalize Front Line
Demonstrations in one or more crops and/or allied sector activities. These demonstrations
would focus on Integrated Crop Management including field preparation, seed treatment,
IPM, INM, etc.
• Farm Schools would provide season long technical backstopping/ training to target farmers.
• The “students” of Farm Schools would be leaders of Commodity Interest Groups (CIGs) formed
in different villages and other farmers.
• “Students” would visit Farm Schools as per specified schedule or as may be necessary.
“Teachers” may also visit students as may be necessary.
4. Knowledge and skills of ‘teachers” would be upgraded on a continuous basis through training at
district/ state/ national level institutions and exposure visits, etc.
5. In addition to technical support through Farm Schools, knowledge and skill of “students” may also
be upgraded through training at district/ state level and exposure visits, etc.
6. “Students” would have the responsibility of providing extension support to other farmers in the
respective village or neighboring villages.
PROGRESS OF FARM SCHOOL IN JHARKHAND
S No.
Name & Address of
Farm School
1 Vill- Kalaburu, Block-
Kumardungi
2 Kisan School Training
Center Vill- Buruhatu
Block- Goilkera
District
West
Singhbhum
West
Singhbhum
Date of
Establishment
Chairman Contect No. PPP Mode
28.6.2008 Mr. Manmohan Gagrai 9006281782
18..10.2008 Mr. Narendra kr. Nayak 9798308153
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3 Kisan Pathsala (CKP)
Vill- Devgaon Block-
Chakradharpur
4 Krishak Pathsala
Vill- Rajafarm, Block-
Bandgaon
5 Kisan Pathsala Vill-
Buruhundu, Goilkera
6 Krishak Pathsala Vill-
Jata, Block- Garhwa
7 Krishak Pathsala
Vill- Songbaria, Block-
Meral
8 Kisan Pathsala
Vill- Chanrao Block-
Churchu
9 Kisan Pathsala
Vill- Bandag, Blcok-
Kotkamsandi
10 Kisan Pathsala (Gola)
Village- Gaghra,
Block- Gola
11 Kisan Pathsala
Vill- Kantari, Block-
Barkagaon
12 Krishak Pathsala
Vill- Mojaradih, Block-
Jamtara
13 Krishak Pathsala Vill-
Madanadih, Block-
Narayanpur
14 Farm School Vill-
Balijore, Block-
Sikaripara
15 Farm School, Vill-
Chorkatta, Block-
Dumka
16 Farm Schoo,
Vill- Bandih, Block-
Jarmundi
17 Farm Schoo, Vill- Vitra
Block- Kathikund
18 Farm School, Vill-
Palana, Block- Chandil
West
Singhbhum
West
Singhbhum
West
Singhbhum
28.10.2008 Mr. Bimal Kr. Pradhan
08.10.2008 Mr. Sokari Purti
10.11.2008 Mr. Demka Morla
Garhwa Mr. Moti Mahto 9470174875
Garhwa Mr. Moti Mahto 9470174875
Hazaribagh 08.12.2007 Sri. Fulleshwar Mahto 9431500354 SUPPORT
(NGO)
Hazaribagh 19.10.2008 Sri. Maherndra Mehta 9905720783 Farmers
Club &
Holicross
KVK
Hazaribagh Feb, 2009 Sri. Rakhiya Mahto R. K. Mission
Sarada
Ashram
Hazaribagh 16.10.2008 Sri. Salit Mahto 9905321039 Holi Cross
KVK+
Farmers
Club
Jamtara 15.12.08 Mr.NAV KR.MARANDI KVK
Jamtara 14.12.08 MR.BARKAT ANSARI KVK
Dumka 02.10.2007 Sri. Jayadhan Hansda 9801319978
Dumka 02.10.2007 Sri. Shivram Saha
Dumka 05.10.2007 Sri. Nunulal Mandal
Dumka 07.11.2007 Sri. Palasan Hembram 9801738545
Seraikella
MR.BIRENDRA MEHTA
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20. Participation in Kisan Mela
• A Pathari Agro Tech Kisan Mela -2009 has been organized by Birsa Agricultural University where
progressive farmers from all the 22 ATMA districts were participated.
• During the above Mela, Farmers Scientist Programme has been organized for about 1500
progressive farmers of the State.
• During the Kisan Mela, SAMETI Publication (books/ technical folders/ bulletin etc) displayed for
extension functionaries and farmes
21. AGRICULTURE AND FARMER DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
–CUM- EXHIBITION – RABI- 2008
Aim and Objectives:
• Disseminate Information about new technologies and best farming practices.
• Demonstrate new farm implements and other agricultural inputs
• Bring awareness about central Government schemes like RKVY, NFSM, NAIS and other important
state government schemes.
• Sensitize different stakeholders (public, private, civil society, trade, industry, academics) towards
challenges in agriculture
• Get feedback from farmers about the constraints, issues and successful.
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Important Components covered: -
• Technology Halls – Separate Technology Halls may be held for Important Rabi Crop with
focus on providing end to end technology packages.
• Conference Halls - Farmers Rabi Conference would focus on farmer specific issues of
agriculture such as soil testing and preparation; high yielding varieties (HYV) and
suitable varieties of seeds, Nutrient management, Pest Management, Modern Agricultural
Implements, Post Harvest Management with the involvement of BAU/ KVK/ ZRS/ ICAR
Institutes/ Govt. Department/ Progressive Farmers of concerned districts.
• Farmers Interactive Session - Farmers Interactive Sessions would be organized daily for
knowledge up-gradation and feedback of farmers on specific crops/ areas.
• Food Processing Technology Hall- The focus would be to display technology/ process of
existing products including high value raw materials which could be grown in the fields
to cater to the needs of food processing industries and prospects of new products.
• Market and Post Harvest Management Halls – The focus would be to display technologies
and process involved in Post Harvest Management and Value addition to enable farmers
to get better incomes from their farm produce.
• Demonstration and Shows – The demonstrations and shows would be organized daily
on best agriculture practices and produce/ products, animal livestock, Information
dissemination would be ensured through films, skits, puppet shows, folk songs, and
through any other innovative local methods.
Stakeholders
• HARP, Plandu, ILRI, Ranchi, CRURRS, Hazaribagh
• KVK/ ZRS of Concerned Districts.
• Line Department (Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Fishery, Sericulture, Soil
Conservation etc.)
• Marketing Board
• Management Institution
• District & Block level NGOs.
• Local Input Dealers, Cooperatives, Seed Corporation
• Growers Association / Federation/ Cooperatives/ Women Organizations/ Youth Clubs/ Agro-
Industries.
• Common Service Centers by IT Departments.
• NAFED, NHB, NCDC, SFCI, NSC, MANAGE etc.
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Lead Organization
Name of Supporting
ATMA District
Dates Inaugurated By No. of Farmers
Involved / Mandays
Dumka
Pakur, Godda,
Giridih, Jamtara,
Deoghar, Sahibganj
9-12 Dec, 2008 Hon’ble Agriculture
Minister
12000
Hazaribagh
Dhanbad, Bokaro,
Chatra, Koderma
22-24 Dec, 2008 Dy. Commissioner,
Hazaribagh
5000
Ranchi (Jaipal Singh
Stadium)
Gumla, Simdega,
Lohardagga
15-18 Nov, 2008 Hon’ble Chief
Minister
10000
West Singhbhum
East Singhbhum,
Seraikella
2-3 March, 09 Commissioner,
Kolhan
Commissionery
5000
Palamau Garhwa, Latehar 18-20 Feb, 2009 Dy. Commissioner,
Palamau
4300
TOTAL 36300
22. Best ATMA Reward & Farmers Awards
• ATMA, Dumka has been awarded – 1st Position
• ATMA, West Singhbhum -2nd Position.
• ATMA, Hazaribagh – 3rd Position.
• A total 150 farmers (including 30 women farmers) from given awards for best work done in
Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Veterinary / Fisheries / Lah & Tassar/ in their respective districts.
• 1st Prize – 50 farmers (Rs. 4,000/-)
• 2nd Prize- 50 farmers (Rs. 2000/-)
• 3rd Prize – 50 farmers (Rs. 1,000/-)
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23. Review cum Experience Sharing Workshop for Eastern
& North Eastern States.
First Regional Review workshop for Eastern and NE States has been organized on 13th June,
2008 at SAMETI, Jharkhand under the Chairmanship of Additional Secretary, Agriculture, DAC,
MOA which was attended by State Nodal Officers (ATMA Programme), Director, SAMETI, Officers
handling programme related to Oilseeds & Pulses including ISOPOM in the States & PD of best
ATMA District of each participating States.
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24. POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE EXTENSION
MANAGEMENT
National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) launches the Post Graduate
Diploma in Agricultural Extension Management (PGDAEM) from the academic year 2007-08
especially for the public extension functionaries in distant learning mode. The programme
is sponsored by Dept. of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India.
In the first phase, the programme would cover extension personnel from the districts where
Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMAs) have already been established and
functioning effectively.
Course Objectives:
• To enhance the techno managerial competence of extension functionaries.
• To acquaint the extension functionaries on the latest developments in the field of
Agriculture and allied sectors.
• To equip the extension functionaries in latest tools and techniques for participatory decision
making.
• To develop an insight into various extension models to enrich the agri-value chain.
For Whom:
• The Diploma is open for the extension functionaries graduated in agriculture and allied
areas and currently employed in the State / Central/ UT Govts.
• A minimum of five years of work experience in the field of agricultural extension.
• Preferable age limit is up to 45 years. However, candidates up to 50 years will be
considered.
Delivery Mechanism :
• The programme is conducted in distance learning mode and supported by print material,
contact classes, provision of e-content, e-learning and assignment.
Duration :
• The duration of the programme is of one-year spread over in two semesters with 32 credit
loads, each credit load equal to 30 work/hours.
Achievement :
• During the year 2008-09, 133 candidates enrolled from 22 ATMA districts for the PGDAEM
Course.
• Term and exam contact classes for 2007-08 (2nd Semestar batch) organized
successfully.
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26. DETAILS OF REGISTRATION OF 14 NEW ATMA DISTRICTS
S No. Dist Registration No. Registration Date
1 Ranchi 1258 01.03.2008
2 Koderma 1175 05.02.2008
3 Bokaro 249 25.06.2008
4 Lohardaga 1283 12.03.2008
5 Dhanbad 1188 17.07.2008
6 Sahibganj 1015 05.02.2009
7 Deoghar 1012 05.02.2009
8 Simdega 1360 31.03.2008
9 East Singhbhum 592 29.10.2008
10 Latehar 1164 18.02.2009
11 Pakur 1254 23.03.2009
12 Gumla 737 05.09.2007
13 Godda 849 27.07.2008
14 Giridih 1324 28.03.2008
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