PAU initiates a new training course for agri-input dealers, Invites applications from youths

Ludhiana, January 3, 2024: In a bid to build the technical competency of the youths in efficient handling of different agricultural inputs, the Skill Development Centre of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has initiated a new training course for agriculture input dealers. The University has invited applications from the youths of Punjab for the newly constituted training course which is scheduled to be organised from January 15 to March 27. Matriculate youths in the age group of 18-40 are eligible for the training course.

Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), said that the main objective of the course was to provide technical expertise to participants on location specific crop production technologies of agriculture with reference to field problems, and build their capacity in efficient handling of inputs. Such courses were beneficial for livelihood security as trainees could start their own businesses, she observed. The interested youths can collect the application form from Krishi Vigyan Kendras of their respective districts or Skill Development Centre of PAU, Ludhiana or apply online by going to the University website www.pau.edu, she informed. The last date for the receipt of the application form is January 10 and the interview will take place on January 12 at 10.00 am at Skill Development Centre, she said. The candidates must bring the original as well as the photocopies of the certificates of matriculation and age proof during interview, she told. The course fee is Rs 20,000/-, she informed, while adding that charges for lodging as well as refreshment shall be made as per the University rates.