Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology
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Perceived Causes of Vulnerable Employment among Rural Youth in Agricultural Endeavours: Insights and Recommendations
No full textIn India, where over 60% of the youth reside in rural areas, agriculture remains the primary source of livelihood. However, the sector faces a critical challenge: its young workforce is increasingly migrating towards urban areas in search of better opportunities. This research, conducted across eight villages in Karnataka (India), sheds light on the complex reasons behind this exodus. Through surveys with 120 rural youths, the study uncovers a multifaceted cocktail of challenges hindering their agricultural aspirations. Precarious employment emerges as a key theme, fueled by low remuneration for their produce, restrictive credit access, inadequate storage facilities, and the overall perception of agriculture as an unprofitable endeavor. Beyond economic constraints, the research delves into social and environmental factors like limited market access, lack of technical expertise, and the unpredictability of monsoons, further compounding the vulnerabilities faced by young farmers. Recognizing these intricate challenges, the study proposes actionable recommendations. It advocates for improving access to institutional credit, ensuring remunerative minimum support prices, investing in local infrastructure like storage facilities, and facilitating timely input supply. By implementing these suggestions and fostering a more enabling environment, policymakers and stakeholders can reverse the tide of rural youth migration, revitalize the agricultural sector, and pave the way for a more sustainable and prosperous future for India\u27s rural communities
An Economic Analysis of Tuberose Marketing from Akola District, Maharashtra, India
No full textThe present study was conducted in Akola district of Maharashtra state for the period 2018-19. For the study of marketing data was collected from 10 village traders, 10 wholesalers and 10 retailers, thus overall 30 trader were selected randomly about price spread, labour charges, transportation costs, commission charges, other charges if any and also the price received by them during the year 2018-2019 based on primary data. In tuberose marketing channel, producer, wholesalers and retailer were selected for collecting the information on marketing. Producer – wholesaler – Retailer – Consumer was the important channel through which maximum quantity was sold by the cultivators. In case of tuberose, the producer’s share in consumer’s rupee was highest in channel-I i.e., 96.31 per cent. The channel-I was most profitable than channel II and channel III. The price spread was observed highest in case of channel III i.e., Rs 17.40. The major constraints faced by tuberose cultivators overall level was Low rate of flower in the market, High commission charges, Lack of organized market and transportation
Unlocking the Niche Market Potential of Organic Fertilizer: Evaluation and Projections for the Nigeria Organic Input Market Development
No full textOrganic fertilizers have several merits in support of their usage, including environmental friendliness, waste conversion purposes, and human hygiene considerations. These lend credence to the objectives of this paper. The study evaluated firm performance and market orientation with a view to profiling market segments within the organic fertilizer niche market and consumers’ desire to use and willingness to buy organic fertilizers. Six organic fertilizer factories and fifty-eight farmers were sampled and described. Results showed that there were no significant obstacles or societal prejudice against organic fertilizer usage in Nigeria, rather patronage was hampered by a lack of awareness about it. Consumers exhibited a high level of willingness to buy organic fertilizer. It was concluded that there is growing coverage in adopting organic fertilizers in Nigeria. The study recommended product promotion, close collaborations between industry and academia, a paradigm shift in the use of organic fertilizer for farming, and market policies from the government as steps towards enhancing the marketability of organic fertilizer
Problems Faced by the Consumers While Buying and Using the Electric Two Wheeler in Thrissur District, Kerala, India
No full textAim: The study aimed to identify the problems faced by the consumers while buying and using the electric two wheeler.
Methodology: Data required for the study were collected from primary and secondary sources. The primary survey were conducted among the respondents through a pre-structured interview schedule during the month of May 2023. Secondary data were collected from websites, government reports and publications. A total of 30 respondents who are using electric vehicles were selected from Thrissur, using a random sampling method. The identified problems of consumers while buying and using electric vehicle are ranked by making use of Garrett’s Ranking Technique.
Results: Based on Garrett’s ranking, it can be seen that the major problems faced by the consumers while buying electric vehicle were high vehicle cost and the major problem faced by the consumers while using were lack of service centers and followed by lack of skilled labor (breakdown & maintenance).
Conclusion: The results of this study will aid marketers in understanding the problems of consumers. Understanding this would give marketers the ability to create and carry out their marketing strategies effectively, giving them a stronger competitive edge
Impact of COVID – 19 on Frequency of Food Purchase in Families of Andhra Pradesh
No full textThe study was undertaken to determine the impact of COVID-19 on the frequency of food purchases in families in Andhra Pradesh. An ex post facto research design was adopted for the study. The study comprised a 360-person sample of families covering both urban and rural areas of three districts of Andhra Pradesh in all three time periods (before, during, and after the pandemic). The frequency of food purchases was used to assess whether there was any change in purchasing patterns in all three time periods among families. The frequency of purchasing food groups was also studied. The results showed that purchasing frequency varied among the families. Comparison of purchasing pattern between the three time periods showed that there was a statistically significant difference in the purchasing pattern of millets. Non-significantly correlated food groups were pulses, fresh fruits, green leafy vegetables, vegetables, milk and milk products, chicken, meat, eggs, fish, sugars, dry fruits, sweets and savories and coffee powder, during three time periods. During the pandemic period, an increase in frequency of purchase was seen in millets and pulses was seen while there was no change in purchasing pattern of cereals and nuts. A decrease in consumption of chicken and sugars was observed. In the post-pandemic period, an increase in frequency of purchase in meat and eggs was noted, and a decrease was noted in purchase of millets and fruits
The Scenario of Groundwater Pollution after Implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge: An Agricultural Economic Perspective
No full textGroundwater pollution is hard to remediate in the Noyyal river region even after the implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge process. Hence, to study the status and extent of groundwater pollution in the Noyyal river region, Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu was purposively selected and classified into 3 regions based on the distance from the river and 120 farms were selected. Tools of analysis viz., Cost benefit analysis, Resource use efficiency and decomposition analysis were undertaken to study the status of groundwater pollution and its effect on agriculture. The results showed that intensity and severity of pollution is high in the region closer to Noyyal river (less than 1 km). Income from agriculture is also low in that region due to the use of polluted groundwater for irrigation. The study revealed that Zero Liquid Discharge ensures stoppage of industrial effluents into the river and hence, river pollution is stopped. Similarly, a suitable policy is required to revamp groundwater. Hence, the suggested policy includes water storage structures like tanks, lakes, ponds etc are to be used for groundwater recharge purpose alone
Impact of Malaria on Lifestyle and Agricultural Practices among Rice Farmers in South-West Nigeria
No full textMalaria is a major issue in the tropics, causing lost work hours, reduced production quality, decreased income, and even death. This study explored how malaria impacts the lifestyle and farming activities of rice farmers in Southwest Nigeria. Data were collected from 277 rice farmers through structured interviews and focus group discussions, focusing on socioeconomic characteristics, malaria incidence frequency, treatment methods, vector control practices, lifestyle changes due to malaria, and perceived effects on farming activities.
Analyses included Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC), Chi-square analysis, Analysis of Variance, and Linear and Logistic regression. Findings revealed that 59.93% of farmers were male, 87.00% were married, and 33.50% had secondary education. The average age was 48, with an annual income of N557,813. About 40.07% reported monthly malaria incidents, and 71.12% used patent medicine stores for treatment. Many farmers (62.82%) killed mosquitoes manually, and 73.65% said malaria delayed rice processing. Most identified mosquito bites (92.42%), work stress (90.25%), and socioeconomic status (89.89%) as predisposing factors. Lifestyle changes due to malaria included skipping meals (85.92%) and self-medication (81.95%).
Significant relationships were found between age and lifestyle changes (PPMC, p<0.05). Chi-square analysis showed significant associations between sex, marital status, education level, and rice cultivation type with lifestyle changes due to malaria. Linear regression indicated that marital status, household size, income, and farm size significantly affected perceived malaria impacts on farming activities. Logistic regression revealed a significant relationship between lifestyle changes and malaria carrier status. The study concluded that malaria significantly influences the lifestyle of rice farmers, recommending campaigns to discourage self-medication through media, healthcare personnel, and extension officers
Awareness and Attitude of beneficiaries towards Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme in Prakasham District of Andhra Pradesh, India
No full textThe present study was carried out using Ex-post facto research design as the event had already occurred. The study was conducted during 2021-22 by selecting state Andhra Pradesh and district Prakasham as the researcher hales to this region and also due to low literacy levels there was a need to bring more awareness about the programme to the women. For this study, four blocks were selected from the district. From each block two villages were choosed and from each village 10 respondents were selected using random sampling constituting a sample of 80 beneficiaries. The data was collected through personal interview method with the help of structured interview schedule. The findings revealed that, most of them were having medium level (62.50%) of awareness towards the scheme, followed by high level (37.50%) and then low level (25.00%) of awareness towards the scheme. The study revealed that two-third (67.50%) of the beneficiaries were having neutral attitude towards the scheme, followed by 17.50% with negative attitude and the remaining (15.00%) had positive attitude towards the scheme
Impact of Mobile Money Technology on Sheabutter Marketing in Tolon District, Ghana
No full textSheabutter processing and marketing is a major traditional enterprise among women in the Northern Ghana. The use of mobile technology has increased rapidly in many developing countries including Ghana. Looking at the unique marketing and other forms of transactions among women in the shea industry, it is essential for the industry to adopt mobile technology to ensure smooth transaction and market transformation. Mobile money technology adoption and shea butter marketing among women was studied by using cross-sectional survey data from Tolon District in Northern Ghana. A total of 250 women sheabutter processors and marketers in 13 communities in the district was selected randomly in 2022. The impact of mobile money technology adoption was analyzed using the Heckman Treatment model, and revealed that the adoption of mobile money technology had positive impact on sheabutter marketing. The factors influencing mobile technology adoption were also examined using the Probit model. The study recommends that expansion of mobile technology networks, increased investment in education, provision of credit facilities to processors can improve the sheabutter business. Women processors in rural communities should be trained on how to use mobile phones to access financial services by telecommunication companies and NGOs
Income Inequality and Its Pattern among Farm Households in Southern Rajasthan, India
No full textThe study was undertaken to analyse the income inequality and its pattern among farm households in Udaipur and Banswara districts of southern Rajasthan. The study was based on primary data collected from 240 households with the help of pre structured schedule during the year 2020-21. Selection of farmers categorized into two categories i.e., beneficiary farmers and non-beneficiary farmers under assured and unassured irrigation, respectively. Lorenz curve and Gini Concentration ratio were used to analyzed the data. Results revealed that the Gini-concentration ratio for beneficiary farms was observed lower i.e., 0.36 and 0.40 as compared to non-beneficiary farms i.e., 0.46 and 0.48, respectively in Banswara and Udaipur districts. Thus, it can be concluded that income inequality was lower on beneficiary farms compared to non-beneficiary farms in the study area. Authors recommended that government should encourage the farmers to increase agricultural productivity, use of new technology providing by irrigation facilities by water harvesting technology in study area to increase the farm income and lower down the income inequality