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Proceedings of “Stakeholders’ Meeting on Agrifood Value Chains in Odisha -Challenges and Opportunities
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Result Framework

Project Objective I: Capacity building of farmers, SHGs, FPOs, agri-entrepreneurs, publicextension workers, and other stakeholders in the mineral bearing districts of Odisha

Sl No	Project Interventions	Methodologies	Purpose	Sub-Activities	Outputs & Outcomes
01	Capacity building of farmers by 9 KVKs on various Agriculture, Horticulture, Livestock, Fisheries and agro- enterprises	To impart knowledge and skill training inputs for undertaking the agriculture and allied enterprises on a business mode To select 6 numbers of farmers per annum per KVK covering different agri-enterprises. for incubation at state level	Select individual farmers/ group leaders pursuing the similar enterprises Conduct trainings for period of 5 days including field visit Manpower support. Objective criteria to select farmers for incubation	Identify the exact areas/ domain of training program keeping in perspective the seasonal requirements, market demand and Agro- Eco situation priorities Planning of the training activities & budgeting Approval of the program by SLPAC Preparation of training handouts, lesson plan and training modules Identify a successful farmer’s case for field visit Selection of the trainees Assessment of pre-training behavior Conduct training program (both theory and practical classes) Conduct field visit to successful farmer on Day-4 of training	In between 5 years 9000 farmers will be trained (i.e. 20 participants per batch and 90 batches per annum for 5 Years) Improved knowledge and skill of the farmers to undertake profitable Agro- Enterprises Selection of 300 Agri – Entrepreneurs for undergoing training and incubation at state level.
02	Capacity building of the field functionaries in Agriculture Horticulture, Livestock, Fisheries and agro- enterprises at RRTTSs (Keonjhar, Dhenkanal)/ KVKs (Jajpur, Deogarh, Mayurbhanja I , Mayurbhanja II, Jharsuguda, Sundargarh I and Sundargarh II).	To conduct Training of Trainers / Refresher Trainings for the field functionaries on various Agri- Enterprises.	Conduct training for period of 4 Days including field visit twice per annum (Kharif & Rabi) Manpower support.	Identify the broad domain and specific areas of training program keeping in perspective the seasonal requirements and Agro-Eco situation priorities. Identify the broad domain and specific areas of training program keeping in perspective the seasonal requirements and Agro-Eco situation priorities. Propose the program for approval by SLPAC. Preparation of training handouts, lesson plan and training modules. Identify a successful farmer’s case for field visit on Day-3 of the training program . Solicit nomination of the trainees from district officials . Assessment of pre-training behavior. Conduct training program by combining both theory and practical classes. Field visit to successful farmer’s site on Day-3 of the training program Consolidation of learning (combining the key takeaways of both institutional and field training) on 4th day. Prepare back at work plan. Collect feedback on post- training behavior.	In between 5 years 9000 farmers field extension functionaries will be trained i.e. 20 participants per batch and 90 batches per annum for 5 Years Improved knowledge and skill of the field functionaries to render quality extension services
03	Training on Agri- Processing programs for farmers/ SHG/ Farmers’ group leaders.	To build skill & entrepreneurship on Agri- Processing among farmers/ SHG/ Farmers’ group leaders.	Agri- processing training at University Hqrs. viz. 5 days at Food Processing Unit cum Training Centre To select 6 numbers of farmers per annum for incubation at state level.	Such training programs will be undertaken at Dept. of APFE, CAET by pooling participants from 7 mineral bearing districts or exclusively designed for one particular district. Identify the specific areas of training program keeping in perspective the market demand and agro- eco situation priorities appropriate to the mineral bearing districts. Planning of the training activities & budgeting Propose the program for approval by SLPAC. Preparation of training handouts, lesson plan and training modules with focus on entrepreneurial skills and business acumen. Identify a successful Entrepreneur/ Agro- Processing Unit for field visit on Day-4 of the training program. Solicit nomination of the trainees from KVKs. Assessment of pre-training behavior. Conduct training program by combining both theory and practical classes. Include interaction sessions with practicing entrepreneurs Expose participants to ongoing schemes and programs under Dept. of Agriculture and Dept. of MSME Field visit to successful Entrepreneur’s / Agro- Processing Unit on Day-4 of the training program Consolidation of learning (combining the key takeaways of both institutional and field training) on 5th day . Prepare Business Development Plan specific to the Agro-Processing. Collect feedback on post- training behavior.	600 farmers will be trained in 5 years i.e. 20 participants per batch in 6 batches per annum for 5 Years. Farmer entrepreneurs will be able to set up/pursue their Agri Processing on a commercial scale
04	Agri-Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Program at University Hqs (2 Months)	To build Agri- Entrepreneurship on Agri- Enterprise management among farmers/ SHG/ Farmers’ group leaders	Agri- Entrepreneurship training and Incubation at Farmers Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (FIED) for a period of 2 months with mentoring support at different Departments & Units of the University Source of the participants: @ 6 no. per KVK X 9 KVKs + 6 no. from Agri-Processing Unit = 60 participants	Such training programs will be undertaken at Farmers Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (FIED) by pooling participants from 7 mineral bearing districts Identify the specific areas of training program keeping in perspective the market demand and Agro- Eco situation priorities appropriate to the mineral bearing districts and schematic lay out of the state. Planning of the training activities & budgeting. Propose the program for approval by SLPAC Preparation of training handouts, lesson plan and training modules with focus on entrepreneurial skills and business acumen Identify a successful Entrepreneur/ Agro- Processing Unit for field visit during training program Solicit nomination of the trainees from KVKs & State level Agri-Processing Unit. Assessment of pre-training behavior Conduct training program by combining both theory and practical classes Include interaction sessions with practicing entrepreneurs Expose participants to ongoing schemes and programs under Dept. of Agriculture and Dept. of MSME Field visit to successful Entrepreneur’s Unit during the training program Providing mentoring support to the incubates by attaching them to different units & Departments of the University intermittent. Consolidation of learning (combining the key takeaways of both institutional and field training) Prepare Business Development Plan specific to the Agro-Enterprise Collect feedback on post- training behavior Facilitating schematic and banking linkage for supporting the Agri- Entrepreneurship activities	In 5 years 600 farmers will be trained i.e. 20 participants per batch X 6 batchesper annum X 5 Years = 600 farmers will be trained 700 rural youths undergoing One- Year Certificate Course on Agril. & allied sector at 5 APCs & 2 Colleges will be provided incubation facility . Farmer entrepreneurs will be able to set up/pursue their Agri Processing on a commercial scale .
05	Agri-Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Program at 9 KVKs (4 Months) @ 6 Incubates per KVK per annum	To strengthen Agri- Entrepreneurship on Agri- Enterprise management among farmers/ SHG/ Farmers’ group leaders.	Agri- Entrepreneurship Development & Incubation at KVKs for a period of 4 months with mentoring support Source of the participants: Those 6 participants nominated from KVK and undergoing incubation training at state level .	Such programs will be undertaken at respective KVKs by sourcing farmer participants from the earlier conducted Agro-Enterprise Training programs and completion of incubation at state level. Participants may be allowed to visit state level incubation centre periodically based on need and priorities. Attaching the incubates to respective Agro-Enterprise units of the KVK. Mentoring support from the scientists of KVKs. Interaction with line departments and bankers	60 participants per annum X 5 Years= 300 Incubates will be facilitated to establish their Agri-Enterprises after completion of skill training, Agri- Entrepreneurship training and incubation .
06	Sponsoring the farmers/ groups from 7 districts to exhibit their products and participate in fairs & exhibitions for exposure to entrepreneurship	Market facilitation and promotion of local brands.	Organize an annual state level exhibition for mineral bearing districts at University level. Selected farmers & farmwomen/ SHGs/ FPOs will be encouraged to participate in district, state and national level exhibition .	A state level exhibition at University Level will be organized by SPU with participation of farmers. Farmwomen, SHGs, FPOs and other stakeholders at University level. A specific theme for the state level exhibition may be publicized each year, so as to bring appropriate focus and generate interest of buyers/ consumers. During the state level exhibition, the participants will be provided scope to interact with scientific fraternity, value chain actors, bankers and other stakeholders. Sponsoring the farmers, farmer women, SHGs, FPOs leaders to participate in the district level, state and national exhibitions to showcase their products and connect with market .	Participation of 1500-2000 farmers hailing from 7 districts at State Level Exhibition organized by University Participation of 1350-1500 farmers in district, state and national level exhibitions Facilitations of market linkage and promotion of local brands (Vocal for Local)

Objective II: Impart skill, capacity building, incubation and entrepreneurship to rural youths through one-year certificate course.

Sl No	Project Interventions	Purpose	Methodologies	Sub-Activities	Outputs & Outcomes
01	Need based construction / Renovation of Farmers‟ Hostel, Conference Hall, administrative building, classroom, practical lab and other facilities at 9 KVKs, 3 RRTTS, 5 APCs & 2 Colleges	To strengthen the existing infrastructure for undertaking training, skilling and entrepreneurial activities. .	Following established Government guidelines Manpower support	9 KVKs, 3 RRTTSs, 5 APCs & 2 College heads will be consulted to propose the requirement creation and strengthening of infrastructure. Based on the preliminary assessment carried out during the preparation of this DPR, a checklist of infrastructure to be created and strengthened under the project have been prepared and placed at Annexure I, II, III and IV . The respective Heads of KVK/ RRTTS/ APC/ Colleges will request the local Govt. officials i.e. OPWD/ CPWD/ Electricity/ others to make a conduct a field survey and prepare detailed drawing & estimates of the infrastructure to be built	Infrastructure to be created or renovated as per Annexure- I to IV for KVKs, RRTTS, APC and Colleges. However, changes can be proposed with justification for approval of SLPAC Quality infrastructure to act as proverbial skeleton upon which effective training and capacity building can be ensured
02	Establishment and operationalization of integrated ICT Lab at University Headquarters and Utilization Centers at KVKs, RRTTSs & APCs	To establish App-based Extension & Studio at Bhubaneswar, Community Radio Station & Utilization Centres at project units For effective dissemination of technological packages in agriculture and allied sectors .	Engagement of a professional agency in helping to decide the hardware and software required for the purpose. Procurement of hardware and software. Development of infrastructure and IT based systems with manpower support. Manpower support. .	The project will engage a Consultant / professional agency like NIC or other Govt. agency to formulate a detail plan of requirements of hardware and software. Digitization of technological recommendations viz. video films, jingles and other usable formats in local language for dissemination of technological innovations .	Establish NPL at DEE, CPUC at 9 KVKs and AUCs at 12 locations Prepare appropriate e- materials viz. Web based, App based (video, audio, text) Digitization (video mode) of technological innovations & practices of promising agri- enterprises
03	Establishment and operationalization of Food Processing Unit cum Training Center at University Headquarters	To develop a state of art processing infrastructure and skill development training center .	Construction of Food Processing Unit cum Training Center following established, Government guidelines, Procurement and development of need based equipment for 2/3 processing line Manpower support.	Identify 2/3 agro- product processing line for which the Food Processing Unit will be established Establish scope for hands- on training on specific food processing . Prepare a layout plan of the physical assets to be built and estimate Approval of SLPAC Operationalization of Food Processing Unit-cum- Training centre Conduct training of rural youths Provision of facilities for hands-on skill training on food processing	20 participants per batch X 6 batches per annum X 5 Years = 600 farmers will be trained State of Art facilities for food processing (2/3 product line)
04	Establishment and operationalization of Farmer Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre(FIED) at University HQ.	To identify and promote entrepreneurship among rural youth .	Construction of Farmer Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre(FIED) Center following established Government guidelines Procurement of need based equipment and furnishing Manpower support.	Prepare a layout plan of the physical assets to be built and estimate Approval of SLPAC Building of the infrastructure and furnishing . Operationalization of FIED centre Conduct training of rural youths on entrepreneurship development Provide techno- managerial support for the incubation Liaising with Agro- Entrepreneurs and Agro- Industries Linking the rural youths with the Agro- Entrepreneurs and Agro- Industries for the internship program	In 5 years 600 farmers will be trained i.e. 20 participants per batch X 6 batches per annum X 5 Years = 600 farmers will be trained 700 rural youths undergoing One- Year Certificate Course on Agril. & allied sector at 5 APCs & 2 Colleges will be provided incubation facility

Objective III: Creation and strengthening of infrastructure at 9 KVKs, 3 RRTTSs, 5 Agro-polytechnics, 2 Colleges, and University headquarters for training, skilling and entrepreneurial activities.

Sl No	Project Interventions	Purpose	Methodologies	Sub-Activities	Outputs & Outcomes
01	One-Year Certificate Course for Rural Youths on crops, fruits & vegetables, livestock& fisheries management.	To develop a band of community level enterprise facilitators so as to provide last mile services viz. technology, inputs, information To enhance the employability and entrepreneurial ability of the community level enterprise facilitators .	The project will adopt a novel hybrid approach in delivering the training course. Phase-I Rural Youths will be trained at at College of Hort, Chiplima and College of Agril., Bhubaneswar and 5 APCs viz. Dhenkanal for Agril, Keonjhar & Deogarh for Hort., Sambalpur for Livestock, and Rangeilunda for Fisheries for a period of 6 Months Phase-II Subsequently, these rural youths will be trained on entrepreneurial skills at the Farm Incubation & Entrepreneur Development (FIED) Centre and get entrepreneurial internship attachment with other entrepreneur- farmers/ processing units to gather hands- on training. Manpower support.	The SPU will request the 9 KVKs to nominate rural youths to participate in one-year Certificate Courses to be organized at 7 Centres i.e. College of Hort, Chiplima on Horticulture and College of Agril, Chiplima on Agriculture and 5APCs viz. Keonjhar, Chiplima, Deogarh, Dhenkanal and Rangeilunda on Horticulture, Animal Science, Agriculture, Agriculture and Fisheries respectively. Thus, there will be 7 Nos. of Certificate Courses; 3 batches on Agriculture, 2 batches on Horticulture, 1 batch on Livestock and 1 batch on Fisheries per annum. Director, Agro-Polytechnics will coordinate this Certificate Courses at the University level. . Approval by SLPAC In Phase-I of 6 months at APCs/ 2 Colleges: preparation of certificate course handouts, lesson plan and teaching modules covering both theory and practical classes focusing on knowledge and skill elements respectively In Phase-II at FIED Centre the rural youths will be equipped with entrepreneurial skills and business acumen The rural youths will be allowed to incubate upon new ideas and innovations Identify a successful Entrepreneur/ Agro- Processing Unit for the entrepreneurial internship attachment Rural youths will be attached to entrepreneurs	Setting up 6 Agro- Enterprise Models Provision of quality inputs for the farmers.

Objective IV: Development of “Agro-Enterprises” at KVKs and commodity specific “Centre of Excellence” at RRTTSs

Sl No	Project Interventions	Purpose	Methodologies	Sub-Activities	Outputs & Outcomes
01	Establishment of ‘Agro-Enterprise Models’ at 9 KVKs	Establish enterprise prototypes to demonstrate the new technological innovations, to provide quality material inputs (seeds, planting materials, chicks and others) to the farmers and to showcase the enterprise operations with market focus.	Establishment of 6 nos. of Agro- Enterprise Models at each KVK Operationalization of these 6 units with manpower support.	Each KVK will prepare a plan of action to set up 6 nos. of Agro-Enterprise Models. Approval of SLPAC. Carry out the new construction/ renovation Engage the required manpower on contractual mode and coterminous with project either directly or on outsourcing basis . Operationalization of these 6 units Sale of quality inputs viz. seeds, QPM, chicks, vermi, fingerlings etc. under the brand name of ‘OUAT Kalinga’ to farmers All these units will be made operational on business mode.	Setting up 6 Agro- Enterprise Models Provision of quality inputs for the farmers.
02	Develop model villages to showcase replicable Agri- Technological innovations.	Model villages will act as ‘Epicentre of Dissemination’ of Agricultural Technologies	KVKs will demonstrate innovative technologies in farmers’ field of 5 adopted villages of the district.	Selection of progressive farmers/ SHGs/ FPOs. Training of the farmers/ SHG / FPO leaders. Demonstration of technological innovations in farmers’ field with supply of critical inputs. Organize Field days for further replication. A systematic ‘Sequential Extension Interventions’ viz. training, demonstration & field day, will be adopted for further replication of technological innovations.	6 replicable models will be established in farmers’ field per annum X 5 years by each KVK, i.e. 30 such replicable models per KVK. Altogether 270 such farmers’ field units will be supported.
03	Establishment and operationalization of Agri processing Units at 9 KVKs.	Establish models of small scale Agri- Processing units for selected commodities with service support on custom hiring basis.	Establishment of 2 nos. of Agro-Processing Units at each KVK Operationalization of these 2 units with manpower support. Procurement of equipment and establishment of the units with market facilitation.	Each KVK will prepare a plan of action to set up 2 nos. of Agro-Processing Units. Approval of SLPAC. Carry out the new construction inside KVKs. Procurement of machineries, equipment and other logistics. Engage the required manpower on contractual mode and coterminous with project either directly or on outsourcing basis. Operationalization of these 2 units on commercial scale. Sale of processed products under the brand name of ‘OUAT Kalinga’ The units may be functionalized with service support on custom hiring basis.
04	Establishment and operationalization of Farm Machinery Hub at 9 KVKs including 3 RRTTSs .	To showcase a set of agricultural implements and machines To create awareness on farm mechanization To provide custom hiring services.	Construction of Shed, Workshop and other infrastructure inside KVKs/ RRTTSs Procurement of machineries and provision of custom hiring.	Preparation of an Action Plan for establishment of this unit. Two such models, one at location where KVK and RRTTS are co-existing i.e. University Campuses at Keonjhar and Dhenkanal and second one at other 7 KVKs & RRTTS, Chiplima have been included in this proposal. Approval of the proposal by SLPAC. Construction of infrastructure viz. machinery shed, workshop etc. Procurement of machineries & equipment Engage the required manpower on contractual mode and coterminous with project either directly or on outsourcing basis. Operationalization of the farm Machinery Hub. The units may be functionalized with custom hiring of machineries.