Effectiveness of Training Program on the Socio-Economic Development of Farmers

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of training programs conducted by the Agri-Business Promotion Support and Training Centre (ABPSTC), Malepatan, Kaski, in improving the socio-economic results and agricultural skills of farmers in Nepal's Gandaki Province. A mixed-methods approach with purposive sampling was employed, involving 120 participants. Semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions were used to collect the data. To evaluate the outcomes across economic and social dimensions, the Training Effectiveness Index (TEI) and Overall Training Effectiveness (OTE) were computed. Results showed that 85.2% of participants experienced positive socio-economic development. The TEI scores were 89.3% for social variables and 81.2% for economic variables, indicating significant improvements in agricultural practices, productivity, and technical skills among trained farmers. The findings highlight the substantial contribution of ABPSTC training programs in enhancing farmers’ livelihoods. Continued investment in such capacity-building initiatives is recommended, and future studies should explore the long-term impacts and the role of digital technologies to further improve training effectiveness. productivity among trained farmers.

Int. J. Soc. Sc. Manage. Vol. 13, Issue-1: 21-24.