Communication training needs of scientists at Krishi Vigyan Kendras in western India: A comprehensive evaluation

The present research study on assessing the training needs of scientists at Krishi Vigyan Kendras in Western India which was conductedas a part of Ph.D. (Ag.) programme in the state of Gujarat during 2021-22. The study was conducted in Western India which consists of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Goa states. All the KVKs in the Western India were purposively selected for the study. Considering the total number of KVKs in Western India, 160 respondents were selected for the study. The Ex-post facto research design was followed for carrying out the study. The KVK scientists perceived that greater need for training in respect of communication methods: Conducting demonstrations andabout the training in presentation skills: Effective preparation of presentation. Regarding training related to visual aids: Designing power point and concerned to the training in preparation of communication literature: Technical writing. In respect to training related to ICT’s: Website design and regarding training related to mobilization farmers: Motivating farmers was very much needed.