agri. extension system in punjab

AGRICULTURE EXTENSION SYSTEM IN PUNJAB, PAKISTANDR. IJAZ ASHRAF

PRESENTATION CONSIST ONORGANIZATIONAL SET UP & CORE FUNCTIONSSYSTEM OF AGRICULTURE EXTENSIONPRESENT SYSTEMAGRICULTURE STRATEGYINTERVENTIONS FUTURE VISION

CORE FUNCTIONSAdaptive research and pre-service/in service training.Preparation of production technology of major crops.Fixing of area and production targets.Preparation of provincial level development projects.Interaction with provincial and federal governments.Interaction with research wing.Provincial Level

CORE FUNCTIONSAmendments in agriculture laws and provincial level implementation.Overview the district level activities.Planning and testing new strategies for transfer of technology.Service matters of provincial cadres.Provincial Level(Contd.)

CORE FUNCTIONSAchievement of area and production targetsImplementation of production technologyConducting village level trainings.Implementation of approved projectsDistrict Level

CORE FUNCTIONSPreparation of district level projects.Implementation of agriculture lawsParticipation in review meetings called by provincial authoritiesFeed back on researchable problemsDistrict Level(Contd.)

Role of EDOsEDO is the in charge of different agricultural department at district level like Agricultural Extension, Livestock, Fisheries, Forests, Soil Conservation, Soil Fertility and water management. The EDO is responsible to the District Coordination Officer (DCO) who is answerable to the elected District Nazim

Role of DOAsTo supervise the agricultural extension activities at district level To plan extension activities To monitoring the extension activities To develop link with provincial governmentTo coordinate with private sector

Role of DDOsTo supervise the agricultural extension activities at tehsil level To plan extension activities To monitoring the extension activities To develop link with district governmentTo compile data

Role of AOsAO is the frontline worker The AOs conduct farmers trainingCollect/compile information from markazMake contact with rural people To implement all type of extension activities at markaz level

PRESENT SYSTEM OFAGRICULTURE EXTENSION

COMPONENTSTechnology Package DevelopmentFarmer Education / TrainingFeed Back / Monitoring

1.1Production Technology Package DevelopmentRespective research institute and Adaptive Research prepare the draft. (L- 1 1.5 )A committee chaired by DGA (Ext. & AR) approves the draft.The draft presented to Crop Management Group (CMG) by DGA (Ext. & AR).The Production Technology approved by CMG chaired by Secretary/Minister Agri.

1.2 TRAINING OF THE TRAINERS BEFORE START OF EVERY CROP SEASONHaving the package prepared training startsOne master trainer in every districtThe master trainers trained by resource persons from research wingThe master trainers train the trainers

Training of farmers by TrainersAgriculture Officers, DDOA(Ext.) and DOA(Ext.) act as trainers.Phases for Training and the portion of Technology package to be covered in every phase decided at provincial level. (L- 2-2.37)

1.3Training of farmers by TrainersVillages allotted to every trainer by DOA (Ext.)Detailed village wise schedule of trainings worked outAudio visual aids used and literature distributedFocus on small farmersFarmers encouraged to ask questions Concerned FA informs the farmers one day earlier

1.4Monitoring of Training ProgramMonitoring by the monitors deployed from research wing by Secretary Agriculture.Monitors selected from the same crop discipline. Monitors also guide the field staff if they are stuck.The working groups meet on weekly/fortnightly basis.

1.5Reinforcement of Training MessagesReinforced through TV and RadioThe programs according to the season and crop stageTransmissions amended in view of change in weather Forecast of pest and weather

ADAPTIVE RESEARCHMain ObjectivesTo identify farmers problemsTo compile the list of suggested trial topics arising from problems faced.To evaluate and demonstrate existing extension recommendationsTo develop & devise site specific improved production technology.To maintain effective linkage between extension and research.

(L- 1.1)

ACTIVITIESTo develop production plan and technologies for the extension staffTo test and evaluate new innovations in AgricultureTo monitor the progress of project, Rejuvenation of Fruit Orchards Phase-IITo update the website www.agripunjab.gov.pk developed by Agriculture Extension WingTo conduct outreach trials at farmers fieldsTo facilitate federal and provincial research institutes for layout of their trials at A.R. Farms(L- 1.2)

Main Focus of ResearchSite specific research on crops like Wheat, Cotton, Rice, Pulses and Oilseeds depending upon its socio-economic importance in all Agro-ecological zonesTo target the week linkages and their solution for increasing crop productivityTo introduce modern innovation in order to enhance net income of the farmer

(L- 1.3)

New InterventionsParachute technology in rice Testing of exotic rice verities to grab more export share in international market.Dry sowing with coulter and runner type drills in wheat.High plant population test in cotton (variety CIM 497)Tunnel technology for off-seasons vegetables.Site specific studies on sugar beet for its adaptability.Intercropping of wheat with compatible crop in Barani areas to increase net return(L- 1.4)

LocationsHeadquarter:LahoreA.R.FarmsSheikhupura, GujranwalaSargodha, Chakwal, Vehari, Karor (Layyah), D.G.Khan & R.Y.KhanA.R.StationsFaisalabad, Mianwali Sialikot, Attock, Sahiwaland Bahawalnagar(L- 1.5)

Maize(1)(L 2.12)

SCHEDULE OF FARMER TRAINING(L 2.13)

Cotton(6)(L 2.15)

Sugar cane(2)(L 2.22)

Rice crop(2)(L 2.25)

Citrus(L 2.34)

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