Empowerment of Agricultural Skills through Distance Education at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University

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2010-11Abstract
The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, a century old renowned institution committed for the development of agricultural education and research in the state of Tamil Nadu has ventured an innovative approach of commissioning open and distance learning programmes since 2005 for the benefit of various segments of the farming community viz., farm women, rural youths, school dropouts, students and self help groups through its certificate courses which are skill oriented. // Certificate programmes of 21 numbers in the regional language of Tamil are offered. Some of the important courses are:
• Mushroom Cultivation
• Waste recycling and vermicomposting
• Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables
• Preparation of Bakery and Confectionary Products
• Propagation of Nursery Techniques
Bee keeping // These courses are designed to upgrade the technical skill of farmers and to disseminate latest technologies related to the field of Agriculture. These courses are uniquely designed to create self-confidence, self employment and to enhance the income generated by the individual. // Moreover a set of certificate programmes (5), are also designed and offered, catering to the needs of those who live in urban areas viz.,
• Landscaping and Ornamental Gardening
• Commercial Horticulture
• Soil Fertility Management
• Mushroom Cultivation
• Coconut cultivation // Undergoing these programme not only bring them income but also make their life in more productive environment and beneficial to the society. The learners are exposed to practical situation and environment to gain knowledge and skill to be on par with regular students, which is a unique approach in the ODL mode at TNAU.
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