1. Evaluation of agricultural extension in the Mahi-Kadana Irrigation Project
- Collection:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
- Contributers:
- Jayaraman, T.K. (author)
- Format:
- Journal article
- Publication Date:
- 1979
- Published:
- India
- Location:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 43 Document Number: B05232
- Journal Title:
- Indian Journal of Agricultural Economics
- Journal Title Details:
- 34 (4) : 40-48
- Notes:
- irrigation, INTERPAKS, Examines the role of extension in irrigated agriculture in the Mahi-Kadana Irrigation Project, Gujarat and assesses the overall effects on production levels, Presents a descriptive account of extension activities in the area as well as the methodology and results of an empirical analysis. Results indicate 1) extension makes a positive contribution in agricultural production and irrigated agriculture, in particular; 2) the supporting role of credit is essential; and 3) an increase in extension expenditure by Rs. 1 million would result in a 12 point increase in the aggregate production index.