For the agricultural revolution to happen, investment in the practical skills set of youth in the field of agriculture through dedicated training at specialized technical institutes is a must.
Agricultural training institutes can provide practical knowledge and help youth put their creativity, love for technology and innovation to use. Evidence from other sectors shows that skills development has had a huge impact on productivity and competitiveness in sectors. For example in Australia, studies show that an 11.8 percent increase in certificate and advanced diploma qualifications in certain technical areas could result in a 2.5 percent and 1.5 percent increase in labour productivity. Read more