Title: CONSTRUCTION OF A KNOWLEDGE TEST TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE LEVELS OF ORANGE GROWERS ON ORANGE CULTIVATION PRACTICES

Authors: U. Digarse, K. Bisht and A. A. Raut

Publisher: The President, Society of Extension Education Gujarat

Keywords: knowledge, orange growers, production

Volume: 39

Issue: 1

Year: June 2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56572/gjoee.2025.39.1.0001

Abstract: The study aimed to develop a standardized knowledge test to assess the knowledge level of orange growers regarding orange cultivation practices. For tool development, a pilot study was conducted in the Mainkhapa village of Chhindwara District. The test construction involved steps item collection, selection, analysis, and evaluating the reliability and validity of test items, culminating in the final item selection. With a reliability coefficient of 0.70, the test proved to be reliable for assessing knowledge. Ultimately, a knowledge tool with 26 items was finalized for data collection. This standardized test provides a valuable resource for researchers and academicians seeking to measure farmers' knowledge in various facets of orange cultivation. Orange cultivation is a significant agricultural activity in Madhya Pradesh, yet productivity and quality remain suboptimal despite government support and improved technologies. By identifying gaps in farmers' understanding, the test provides actionable insights for promoting sustainable agriculture and improving yield quality.