Assessing the impact of village adoption programmes on agricultural production and farmers' income
Impact of village adoption programmes on farmers’ income
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https://doi.org/10.21921/jas.v12i02.15241Keywords:
Village adoption, Yield enhancement, Profitability, Drought tolerance, Vegetable production, Climate-resilient agricultureAbstract
The Village Adoption Programme plays a crucial role in showcasing the benefits of agro-technologies and promoting their adoption for rural development. From 2019 to 2022, ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ramgarh, adopted Indrabad village in district Ramgarh Jharkhand with the objective of introducing site-specific interventions to enhance productivity and income. Technologies such as drought-tolerant and disease-resistant crop varieties, integrated pest and nutrient management, and income-generating activities like mushroom cultivation were introduced. The programme resulted in notable yield gains: cereals, pulses, and oilseeds improved by 8.89–38.41%, vegetables by 8.57–28.55%, and oyster mushroom production recorded the highest increase at 44%. Economic analysis revealed significant rises in net returns and benefit-cost ratios, with pigeon pea (2.83), onion (3.33), and tomato (2.9) performing exceptionally well. Varietal replacement and scientific crop management proved effective under drought-prone conditions. These outcomes highlight the potential of participatory village adoption models in advancing climate-resilient, diversified, and sustainable agriculture for improved rural livelihoods.
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