Abstract

Author:
S.K. Samantaray, P.K. Panda, S.K. Satapathy, P.J. Mishra, H.K. Sahoo

Doi: 10.26480/mahj.01.2024.01.04

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This research paper investigates the effectiveness of a vocational training program in integrated fish farming on the knowledge acquisition of participants. The study was conducted at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ganjam-I, with the aim of assessing the impact of this training on individuals aspiring to pursue integrated fish farming as a profession. The study involved a cohort of participants who enrolled in the vocational training program. Upon enrollment, respondents shared their intentions of integrating fish farming into their professional pursuits. The program was designed to impart knowledge and practical skills related to integrated fish farming practices. The assessment of knowledge acquisition was conducted immediately after participants completed the training. The findings revealed promising results. Specifically, 52.38% of the trainees demonstrated a high level of knowledge regarding integrated fish farming, while 38.10% exhibited a medium level of knowledge. This distribution indicates that a significant proportion of trainees acquired a substantial understanding of integrated fish farming concepts and techniques. These results imply that the vocational training program at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ganjam-I, was successful in its primary goal of enhancing the knowledge base of trainees in the domain of integrated fish farming. The program appears to have effectively equipped participants with the requisite knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing integrated fish farming as a profession. This assessment highlights the importance of vocational training programs in equipping individuals with practical knowledge and skills, thereby contributing to the development and sustainability of integrated fish farming practices. The study underscores the positive impact of vocational training in integrated fish farming and suggests that such programs play a pivotal role in building the expertise needed for this specialized field. These findings have implications for policy and resource allocation in the promotion of sustainable agricultural practices, specifically within the context of integrated fish farming. Further research may be warranted to explore the long-term effects of such training programs on trainees’ professional success and the broader sustainability of integrated fish farming as an agricultural pursuit.