PAU offers three-month course in farming

Ludhiana, May 31 (UNI) The Directorate of Extension Education of Punjab Agricultural University will offer three months training course in agriculture for men beginning August 1 next.

Matric pass rural candidates in the age group of 20-40 years from all over Punjab, except Gurdaspur and Amritsar districts, are eligible for admission to this course.

According to Extension Education Director, Dr N S Malhi, participants of the course will be imparted extensive knowledge on different aspects of farming and agro allied professions.

Those interested in the course can apply for admission by July 23, 2007. Interview for the selection of candidates will be held on July 27 at Kairon Kisan Ghar of the University. A nominal fee of Rs 300 will be charged from the candidates. In addition, Rs 100 per month will be boarding charges. Selected candidates will have to deposit a refundable security of Rs 500.

Application forms can be had from the office of Director of Extension Education or Kairon Kisan Ghar at PAU. Forms are also available at all KVKs of the University in different districts.

UNI