Challenges in Accessing Agricultural Technology Information Centre’s Services: Identifying Key Constraints in Kanpur District

Abstract

Aim: The current study aims to find out various constraints faced by the respondents in availing the services provided by ATIC and to suggest suitable measures to overcome the constraints. Study Design: The study was carried out by descriptive type of survey method. Place and Duration of Study: The present investigation was undertaken in Agricultural Technology Information Centre in Kanpur region of Uttar Pradesh, between June 2023 and July 2024. Methodology: The study employed a descriptive survey method with random and purposive sampling. Particularly Kanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, was chosen due to the investigator's familiarity with the region. One Agricultural Technology Information Center (ATIC) at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology was selected for analysis. Data were evaluated using percentages, weighted means, and rankings. Results: The infrastructure issue of "Insufficient facilities for farmers" was reported as being significant. Additionally, the extension problem of "Limited availability of free literature for farmers" and the administrative problem of "Delayed evaluation of training provided" were also identified as being of considerable concern. Conclusion: Respondents identified inadequate infrastructure and lack of free literature as key constraints, with delayed training evaluations being a major administrative issue. They recommended timely budgets, full-time staff for ATICs, and increased involvement from top officials.