Course Name: Agricultural Banking

Code (Credit): CUDM2354 (0-0-2)

Course Objectives

• To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the unique aspects, challenges, and opportunities associated with banking in the agricultural sector.

• To equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage agricultural lending portfolios, assess agricultural credit risks, and support the financial needs of farmers and agribusinesses.

Course Outcomes

• To learn about the Agricultural Sector.

• To know about Banking System, Agricultural Loan Products and, Services and analyze credit risks.

• To Learn about Effective Agricultural Lending Practices.

• To understand the various Agricultural Policies and Regulations.

• To Know about digital disruptions in agriculture finance

Session Plan

Session I

Introduction to Agricultural Banking

Session II

Analysis of the Agriculture Sector

Session III

Agricultural Credit Risks and Risk Assessment

Session IV

Agricultural Loan Products and Services

Session V

Government Policies and Agricultural Banking Regulations

Session VI

Agricultural Loan Underwriting and Documentation

Session VII

Agricultural Loan Origination and Disbursement

Session VIII

Agricultural Loan Portfolio Management

Session IX

Digital Transformation in Agricultural Banking

Session X

Project Report

Agriculture Banking_Activities

Reference Material

Agricultural Banking

Reference Books

1. Agriculture Rural Banking and Micro Finance in India (2012); Rais Ahmed; New Century Publications
2. Agricultural Banking in India (2011); Manish Dubey; Cyber Tech Publications