MANAGE Center for Secondary Agriculture, FPOs and Monitoring & Evaluation
Monitoring & Evaluation
Mandate
To strengthen the human resource base, which in turn supports and empowers FPOs to fulfil their mandates and achieve sustainable development for their farmer members
Objectives
To enhance the skills of extension functionaries by providing training and developing middle level extension officers to have improved skills and knowledge
To showcase innovative marketing strategies and business approaches to FPO members
To conduct field level action research to address practical challenges faced by farmers and FPOs
Providing consultancy services to development agencies, state governments and others who are involved in the formation and promotion of FPOs
Thrust Areas (Capacity Building Areas)
Business Plan Development: Equip FPOs with skills to create viable business plans.
Value Chain Centric Agribusiness: Focus on skills to develop and sustain value chains for FPOs.
Market Linkages: Training to connect FPOs to markets and understand different business opportunities.
Financial Literacy: Imparting knowledge on financial management for farmers and the organization.
Good Governance: Training for FPO boards on transparency, accountability, and effective functioning.
Leadership & Communication: Developing leadership qualities and communication skills for FPO members and leaders.
Legal Compliance: Creating awareness on legal aspects and regulatory compliances for FPOs.
Simplified Processes: Informing FPOs about simplified licensing and compliance procedures to help them operate smoothly.
Scope
Knowledge Dissemination
Delivering comprehensive training modules covering a diverse range of agricultural topics to rural populations.
Promoting the creation of skilled professionals to manage FPO activities
