About the Book: Reimagining Agricultural Extension: Innovations for Sustainable
Rural Development
Reimagining Agricultural Extension: Innovations for Sustainable Rural
Development offers a contemporary perspective on the evolving role of
agricultural extension in addressing the pressing challenges of the 21st
century. This book is designed for students, researchers, policymakers,
extension professionals, and development practitioners seeking to understand and
implement inclusive, technology-enabled, and impact-oriented agricultural
extension systems.
The chapters explore the historical evolution of extension in India and chart
its transformation toward achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key
themes include nutrition-sensitive agriculture, climate change adaptation,
digital transformation, agribusiness development, and value addition. The book
pays special attention to gender equality, youth empowerment, and mental