In the intricate landscape of modern agriculture, "Navigating Agricultural Extension" stands as an indispensable compass for farmers, extension professionals, and agricultural enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive guide offers an illuminating journey through the world of agricultural extension, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the evolving agricultural ecosystem. The book is thoughtfully organized into fifteen comprehensive chapters written by authors from both post graduate and doctoral scholars of different agricultural universities, each tackling a distinct facet of agricultural extension, from its historical origins to its adaptation to contemporary challenges.

This book is tailor-made for agricultural educators, extension professionals, policymakers, and anyone passionate about harnessing the power of extension to empower farming communities and drive sustainable agricultural development. Thank you for joining us on this journey to transform agriculture and ensure a sustainable future.

Biswajit Mallick: is currently pursuing Doctoral research in the Department of Agricultural Extension Education, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (Rank-3). He has qualified ICAR-NET-2023 and UGC-NET-2022. He has completed his Graduation from Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha. He joined Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Bihar for Post Graduation through ICAR entrance exam as a Junior research fellow (JRF). He has research interest in areas like climate change, vulnerability, livelihood analysis. So far he has published six book chapters five popular articles and three research papers in NAAS rated National and International Journals.

Jyotishree Anshuman: is currently pursuing Doctoral research in the Department of Agricultural Extension Education, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology through ICAR entrance exam (State Rank-1), (ICAR Rank 18). He has qualified ICAR-NET-2023. He has also qualified UGC-NET and JRF 2023. He has completed his Graduation from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Odisha. He joined Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab for Post Graduation through ICAR entrance exam as a National Talent Scholar (NTS). So far he has published nine book chapters, three popular articles and two research papers in NAAS rated  International Journals.

1. Evolution of Agricultural Extension in Abroad and India -Debasish Pujari, Deepa, Himanshu Yadav and Akhilesh Yadav

2. From Tradition to Transformation - The History of Agricultural Extension

Bijaylaxmi Behera, Biswajit Mallick, BR Abha Ayushree and Priya Singh

3. Critical Study on Farm Journalism -Shreya Kar, Jyotishree Anshuman and Sunidhi

4. Digital Agriculture - Exploring the Role of Information and Communication Technology for Sustainable Development - Pallavi Shaktawat and Sharmistha Swaymprava

5. Gender Dynamics in Indian Agriculture - Roles Challenges, and Opportunities

Biswajit Mallickand Jyotishree Anshuman, Dorisa Narzary and Priya Ranjan Mohanty

6. Critical Study on Farmers’ Producer Organization in India -Netrananda Das and Satarupa Modak

7. Concept of Diffusion and Adoption in Extension -Indira Priyadarsini Pattnaik and Srabani Ghosal

8. Mobile Applications - Transforming Extension Services in India - Rishabh Singh Gaur, Biswajit Mallick, Rubina Rai and Amimsha Limboo Subba

9. Exploring Monitoring and Evaluation in Agricultural Extension - Jyotishree Anshuman and Shreya Kar

10. Introduction to Market-Led Extension - A Paradigm Shift in Agriculture -Rishabh Singh Gau, Soumya Ranjan Behera and Priya Ranjan Mohanty

11. Empowering Indian Agriculture -Farmer  Producer Organizations (FPOs) as Catalysts for Rural Transformation - Rebba Kishore Kumar, Pooja Mohanty, Kiran Sourav Das and Meesala  Haritha

12. Overview of Participatory Extension Approaches in Indian - Srabani Ghosal, Indira Priyadarsini Pattnaik and Dorisa Narzary

13. Empowering Rural Progress - Schemes for Upliftment of Rural Development - Wandahun Lynshiang, Bhaskar Pal and Vicky Yadav

14. Communication Methods and Theories - Saloni Kumari and Vicky Yadav

15. Agricultural Innovation through Market-Led Extension - Badigi Pavan Naik, Bijaylaxmi Behera, Fakir Mohan Prusti and Indira Priyadarshini Pattnaik