The Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSMSSB) Agriculture Supervisor exam syllabus may vary slightly from year to year. However, I can provide you with a general idea of the topics that are typically covered in the RSMSSB Agriculture Supervisor exam. Here is a broad outline of the syllabus:
1. General Agriculture:
- Crop production and management
- Horticulture and forestry
- Soil and water management
- Plant breeding and genetics
- Plant protection and pest management
- Agricultural economics and marketing
- Agricultural extension and communication
- Agro-based industries and post-harvest technology
2. Agronomy:
- Principles and practices of crop production
- Cropping systems and patterns
- Weed management and herbicides
- Irrigation and water management
- Organic farming and sustainable agriculture
3. Horticulture:
- Vegetables and their cultivation
- Fruits and their cultivation
- Ornamental horticulture
- Medicinal and aromatic plants
4. Plant Breeding, Genetics, and Biotechnology:
- Principles of plant breeding
- Genetic basis of plant improvement
- Breeding methods and techniques
- Biotechnology in crop improvement
5. Plant Pathology:
- Classification of plant diseases
- Causes and symptoms of plant diseases
- Disease management and control measures
6. Entomology:
- Insect morphology and classification
- Insect pests of crops and their management
- Beneficial insects and their role in agriculture
7. Soil Science:
- Soil formation and classification
- Soil fertility and nutrient management
- Soil conservation and erosion control
8. Agricultural Economics and Marketing:
- Agricultural finance and credit
- Agricultural marketing and prices
- Farm management and agribusiness
9. Agricultural Extension and Communication:
- Extension education and its principles
- Rural development and Panchayati Raj
- Communication methods and tools in agriculture