Fundamentals Of Agricultural Extension Education (Prinsika)

Fundamentals of Agricultural Extension Education is a comprehensive textbook designed for students, educators, and professionals in the field of agriculture and rural development. The book covers foundational concepts, principles, and processes of agricultural extension education, including methods for planning, communication, and evaluation of extension programmes.

It explains how extension education works to transfer scientific knowledge from research institutions to rural communities, helping farmers adopt modern agricultural practices and improve productivity. Key topics include the philosophy and objectives of extension education, communication methods, audio-visual aids, adoption and diffusion processes, participatory approaches, programme planning and evaluation, and the role of extension in community development and rural welfare.