Self-learning CDs on Package of Practices in Agriculture
Self-learning CDs on Package of Practices in Agriculture provide valuable information on soil preparation, crop selection, planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease control, harvesting, and more. Institutions like ICAR, NABARD, and the World Bank have developed such CDs to enhance farmers' knowledge and skills in agriculture. Social media and its platforms play a crucial role in disseminating agricultural information and empowering farmers.
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Lecture 11: Self-learning CDs on Package of practices, social media, digital videos Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
Self-learning CDs on Package of practices in agriculture Self-learning CDs on Package of Practices in Agriculture are a valuable tool for providing farmers with information on the best practices for growing crops. These CDs typically cover a wide range of topics, including: Soil preparation: How to prepare the soil for planting, including tillage, fertilization, and liming. Crop selection: Which crops are best suited for a particular region and climate. Planting: When to plant, how deep to plant, and how much seed to plant. Irrigation: How to irrigate crops, including the amount of water to apply and the frequency of irrigation. Fertilization: How to fertilize crops, including the type of fertilizer to use, the amount of fertilizer to apply, and the timing of fertilizer applications. Pest and disease control: How to identify and control pests and diseases, including the use of pesticides and fungicides. Harvesting: When to harvest crops, how to harvest crops, and how to store crops. Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
Examples The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed a series of self-learning CDs on Package of Practices in Agriculture. The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has developed a self- learning CD on Package of Practices in Agriculture for small farmers. The World Bank has funded a project called e- Agriculture to develop self-learning CDs on Package of Practices in Agriculture for farmers in developing countries. Self-learning CDs on the package of practices in agriculture can be a valuable tool for farmers to enhance their knowledge and skills. They provide flexibility in learning, allowing farmers to access information at their own pace and convenience. However, it is important to ensure that the CDs are designed with user-friendly interfaces, clear and engaging content, and are regularly updated to reflect the latest agricultural practices and advancements. Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
What is social media Social media is the collection of online communications channels dedicated to community-based input, interaction, content-sharing and collaboration. Websites and applications dedicated to forums, microblogging, social networking, social bookmarking, social curation and wikis are among the different types of social media. Social media is a general term used for any interactive digital technology. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blogs (e.g., Tumblr, Word Press, etc.), Webinar Need of social media Exploiting strengths for agricultural growth Knowledge resource Better information access Technical manpower Cost effective Develop knowledge Empower Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
Platforms of social media Social networking sites (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn, Myspace) Video and photo sharing websites (e.g. Flickr, YouTube) Blogs Microblogs (e.g. Twitter,Tumblr) Forums, discussion boards and groups (e.g.Google,Yahoo Groups) Wikis (e.g. Wikipedia) Video on demand and podcasts Video conferences and web conferences Email and instant messaging Socially integrated mobile text messaging (e.g. Whats app,WeChat) Websites with social plugins and layers Opportunities for Social media in extension services Formation of global/national interest groups is possible Can act as catalyst for resource mobilization (technological, organizational and financial) Integration of a wide range of stakeholders Reaching one to many Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
Digital Videos Digital videos are a powerful tool for communicating agricultural information to farmers and other stakeholders. They can be used to: Demonstrate agricultural practices: Digital videos can be used to demonstrate agricultural practices in a clear and concise way. This can be helpful for farmers who are learning new techniques or who want to improve their existing practices. Educate farmers about new technologies: Digital videos can be used to educate farmers about new agricultural technologies. This can help farmers to adopt new technologies and improve their productivity. Promote sustainable agriculture: Digital videos can be used to promote sustainable agricultural practices. This can help farmers to reduce their environmental impact and improve the long-term sustainability of their farms. Reach a global audience: Digital videos can be easily shared online, which means that they can reach a global audience. This can be helpful for organizations that are working to improve agriculture in developing countries. Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India
