20 Best Books on Agriculture Extension

“Dimensions of Extension Education” Book Review: This book is intended as a reading material for college students studying extension education in universities. It is based on the curriculum for first-year agriculture students and is designed to help them prepare for the NET and JRF exams. The book is divided into six sections that cover the fundamentals of extension education, community development, rural development, and important rural and community development programs as per the syllabus. Additionally, the book also discusses some emerging areas of extension education.

“Adaptation to Climate Change: Agricultural Ecosystems and Gender Dimensions” Book Review: The book provides an extensive analysis of how farmers adapt to environmental change in a non-industrial country, drawing on empirical knowledge. It offers a detailed examination of the impact of environmental change on dryland, wetland farming, and fishing areas from the perspective of developing countries. With thirteen chapters, it covers various aspects of environmental change and provides valuable insights into adaptation strategies that can inform policy decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in addressing the growing challenge of environmental change in the most vulnerable parts of the world – agricultural nations.

“Spatial Dimensions of Agricultural Change and Socio-Economic Development” Book Review: This study aims to evaluate the agriculture and economic development of Rohilkhand through a comprehensive field survey of 37 villages, focusing on optimizing benefits from all types of land. Crop combination areas are determined with the integrated range of different crops taken into consideration, and crop-wise growth is measured through linear regression. Agricultural productivity areas are examined to determine the overall pattern of productivity in the district, and a causal relationship between farming factors and economic development is established. The levels of agriculture and socio-economic development are calculated using the Z-score method, providing insights into the current state and future recommendations.

“Afforestation in India: Dimensions of Evaluation” Book Review: This book provides an in-depth analysis of the monitoring and evaluation aspects of an afforestation project, incorporating various dimensions and strategies. It serves as a valuable guidebook for individuals interested in monitoring and evaluating afforestation projects. Noteworthy features include comprehensive coverage of monitoring and evaluation of afforestation activities, emphasis on various aspects of monitoring and evaluation, a brief overview of the National Afforestation Project with proposed monitoring and evaluation measures and recommended modifications. Additionally, this book includes discussions on Monitoring and Evaluation Issues in the Watershed Development Component of Natural Resource Management and Developing Effective Sampling Techniques for Monitoring and Evaluation of FDA Projects under NAP.

“Agricultural Dimensions of Global Climate Change” Book Review: This book is an essential contribution to the discussion of the agricultural aspects of global climate change. Written by recognized leaders in their fields, it presents a multidisciplinary perspective on the topic, addressing both research and policy issues. The book covers the contribution of agriculture to greenhouse gas emissions, including the feasibility of monitoring and verifying such emissions, and explores the impact of global climate change on agriculture. The authors examine critical issues such as global food availability, distributional effects between developing and developed nations, prospects for agricultural transformation, and whether CO2 fertilization will benefit agriculture. The book also addresses the challenges faced by researchers and policymakers and proposes solutions.

“Multiple Choice Question in Agricultural Extension for JRF ARS SRF NET Examns Mind Maps and Logical Tests 2ndedn” Book Review: This book covers immensely significant topics related to exams and is an excellent resource for upgrading your knowledge on the subject matter. It is a particularly magnificent read for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding and proficiency.

“Agriculture Extension” Book Review: This is a comprehensive textbook on Agricultural Extension intended primarily for undergraduate students of the Faculties of Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fishery, and Home Science. The book has been designed to cover the entire undergraduate curriculum of agricultural extension/extension education.

“Extension Communication and Management” Book Review: This book is the primary reference for extension communication and management courses across the nation. Typically offered to undergraduate students in their first to third year, after completing elementary courses, it has been periodically updated to include all relevant changes. The book covers various topics such as Entrepreneurship Development, Changing Focus of Agricultural Extension and Advisory Services, and Global Warming and Climate Change in subsequent chapters.

“Diffusion of Innovations” Book Review: The book aims to balance analytical rigor and accessibility, and it includes new chapters on Communication and Journalism in its latest edition. Numerous examples and exercises are provided to reinforce the concepts presented in the book, and an introduction to the diffusion process is included along with an excellent list of references and labeled diagrams. This book may prove beneficial for undergraduate students and those preparing for competitive examinations.

“Extension Programme Planning” Book Review: The book offers a comprehensive explanation of the concepts, philosophy, principles, and methods for planning and evaluating rural development programs. It is intended primarily for undergraduate agricultural engineering students. In addition to covering program planning process principles and models, the book includes other essential chapters.

“The Competitiveness of Tropical Agriculture: A Guide to Competitive Potential with Case Studies” Book Review: This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the competitiveness of tropical agriculture, with a focus on the economic, environmental and social factors that determine competitive potential. The book covers a range of topics, including global trade in tropical products, the role of agriculture in rural development, and the impact of climate change on tropical agriculture. The case studies included in the book provide practical examples of successful strategies for improving competitiveness and make this book an invaluable resource for policymakers, researchers and students alike.

“Plant Gene Transfer and Expression Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology)” Book Review: This book offers a basic overview of the development of recombinant DNA technology and the methods for transferring recombinant genes into plants. It provides descriptions that aid in qualitative appreciation and techniques for quantitative evaluation of topics, such as homeotic genes, that are important to agriculturists. The book concentrates on improving viral resistance and herbicide protection. Its key feature is the comprehensive coverage and clear explanations of topics, which are supported by authentic and up-to-date statistical data.

“Agricultural Extension and Rural Development: Breaking out of Knowledge Transfer Traditions” Book Review: This edition of the book aims to make it easier for students to comprehend rural research and development situations by streamlining the content. It includes the latest techniques, methodologies, and new problems, providing a comprehensive treatment of knowledge transfer and addressing the unique demands of research and development. The book is designed for undergraduate students of agricultural engineering and related courses and will be highly beneficial for agricultural professionals seeking to enhance their skills.

“Development Communication for Agriculture” Book Review: The book has undergone a complete rewrite to incorporate the latest advancements in engineering, in both approach and content. The author uses diagrams to help readers better understand issues such as landlessness, poverty, unemployment, and rural-urban drift, as well as equitable food and income distribution. The latest syllabus of Indian universities is considered, with a focus on topics such as communication media and techniques for promoting development and achieving objectives. The author provides a detailed explanation of these topics, and each chapter includes numerous solved numerical examples from university exams.

“Extension Alternatives in Tropical Africa (Agricultural Administration Unit Occasional Paper)” Book Review: This book has been designed primarily for GATE aspirants, as well as those preparing for other competitive examinations, engineering students, and teachers. It covers a wide range of topics, including agricultural produce, structural changes, nomadic and sedentary agriculture. The book also includes exam patterns and the latest research results, providing a wider scope for preparation. It covers various concepts in subsequent chapters, such as the impact on development in different regions and areas, and advanced concepts like communication media and techniques to promote development and achieve desired objectives are also covered. Each chapter is structured with descriptions, examples, laws, and important points to facilitate easier revision.

“Beyond Farmer First: Rural People’s Knowledge, Agricultural Research and Extension Practice” Book Review: This book is intended for undergraduate students, and its concepts are presented in a clear and concise manner. The topics are covered in a logical order, and a variety of solved examples are included throughout the book. The primary focus of the book is on applied problems, including topics such as agricultural research and extension, which are explored in depth. The diagrams in the book are clear and accurate, and standard procedures are used to derive equations, with ample solved examples provided. Although it is designed primarily for agricultural students, it may also be useful for students in related fields.