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Economic Assessment of Soybean Production in Amravati District: Costs, Returns, and Farm Size Dynamics

S. M. Joharapurkar, S. S. Thakare & S. N. Ingle · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The research estimated the cost and returns of soybean production in the Amravati district of Maharashtra, a key region for soybean cultivation in India. Primary data was collected from 120 farmers across different farm sizes (small, medium, and large) through personal interviews...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122633

Constraints of Agripreneurs Engaged in Value Addition of Jackfruit in Kerala, India

Raghi. T, Ushadevi. K. N. & Sudheer. K. P. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Aims: India is a leading producer of jackfruit in the world with Kerala being the top-producing state. Jackfruit is the state fruit of Kerala and has recently been recognized around the globe for its health benefits. Even then, jackfruit which is abundantly found in Kerala is not...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122634

Assessment of Sugarcane Cultivation Practices in Sitapur District of Uttar Pradesh, India

Vikash Yadav, N. R. Meena, R. K. Doharey, Devideen Yadav, Sanjeev Kumar, Bankey Bihari & Vishal Yadav · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The success of sugarcane farming hinges on the intricate interplay of various the adoption of advanced technological practices. The study was conducted during the year 2022-2023 in Machhrehta and Gondlamau blocks of Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh to study the extent of adoptio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122629

Challenges in Sesame Production and Marketing: Insights from Kerala's Onattukara Region, India

Kumar Charan Krishna, Aswathy Vijayan, Anil Kuruvila, Lovely. B & Pratheesh P Gopinath · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Sesame is one of the nine major oilseeds grown in India, with cultivation spread across every state. Although sesame is grown in 11 districts in Kerala, the sesame cultivated in the Onattukara tract has unique characteristics. In Kerala, sesame is cultivated on 326.51 hectares, w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122630

Impact on farm Income by Jalasamrudhi Project, Thiruvananthapuram, India

P. M. Anjana, Lazarus, T. P., Vijayan, A., Raj, S. K. & Gopinath, P. P. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The study analysed the impact of the Jalasamrudhi watershed development programme on farm income. The data regarding the crops and income were collected from the Kattakada legislative constituency of the Jalasamrudhi Project, Thiruvananthapuram. A systematic sampling technique wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122631

Constraints Faced by the Coir Workers and the Coir Co-operative Societies in the Production of Coir Yarn in Alappuzha and Kollam Districts of Kerala

Krishnapriya, Lazarus, P T, Vijayan, A, Kuruvila, A, Anil, K R & Pratheesh, P G · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The research aimed to identify and analyse the constraints faced by the coir workers and the coir cooperative societies throughout the coir yarn production process. Alappuzha and Kollam districts were selected for the study because the coir yarn production in Kerala is concentrat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122628

Product Flow Efficiency and Financial Benefit in the Commercial Soybean Value Chain System in Ghana

William Ghartey & Rebecca Owusu · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Soybean is an important economic crop in Ghana contributing to poverty reduction and food security. A key challenge in Ghana's soybean sector is enhancing product flow efficiency and adding value along the chain. This paper examines perceived efficiency in product flow, the natur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122627

Gender Dynamics and Economic Impacts: The Feminization of Indian Agriculture in India

Nibedita Mishra, Chitrasena Padhy, Chandan Mahanta, Girish Prasad Rath, Banitamani Mallik & Payal Mishra · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The phenomenon known as feminization of agriculture, which emerged in India after privatisation, refers to a rise in the proportion of women employed in farming. But feminization does not inevitably result in empowerment because female workers receive lower wages than male worker...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122626

An Analysis of Marketing Status of BT Cotton Seed in Devbhumi Dwarka District, Gujarat, India

M. M. Nakum, R.M. Patel, N. A. Kotvaliya & M. B. Gohil · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The main objectives of the study were to assess the company’s distribution pattern of quality seed material their market share, marketing channels. Multistage sampling technique were adopted. The total 120 farmers and 20 dealers were selected from four taluka i.e., Bhanvad, Khamb...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122624

Constraint Analysis and Suggestion of Respondents Regarding Dairy Management Practices in Semi-Urban and Rural Areas

Arun Kumar, Jitendra Verma & Akshay Sahu · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

India needs to increase milk production which can be possible by narrowing down the gap between the existing technology and their adoption. Ensuring domestic demand and enduring top most position in the world, India needs to produce 300-400 million tones of milk by 2050 (Vision 2...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122625

Attributes Required for Entrepreneurs of Self-Help Groups (SHGS) Involved in the Development of Microenterprises

Reshma J Murugan & G. S. Sreedaya · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Under the pathetic and uneasy conditions the rural poor face, microfinance activity acts as the saviour to redeem them from the clutches of poverty and unemployment. The present study was conducted to examine the influence of entrepreneurial attributes of members of SHGs in the e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122623

Cultivating a Sustainable Future: Modern Agriculture in Peri-Urban Food Security

Imam Mukhlis, Ahmad Fawaiq Suwanan, Magistyo Purboyo Priambodo, Syahrul Munir & Nila Cahayati · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

This study aims to explore the phenomenon of food security and identify the contribution of modern agriculture in overcoming food security problems in the peri-urban area of East Java. In recent decades, the development of Jongbiru areas has undergone a rapid transformation into...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i122620

Relationship between the Profile of Soybean Growers and their Knowledge and Adoption of Liquid Biofertilizer in Marathwada Region of Maharashtra

Prashil Kamble, Pravin Sharadchandra Kapse, Rajesh Prabhatrao Kadam, Prashant Rangnathrao Deshmukh & Shankar Ganpatrao Puri · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The study “Knowledge and adoption of liquid biofertilizers among the soybean growers” was conducted to delineate the relationship between profile of soybean growers with their knowledge and adoption of liquid biofertilizers in Parbhani district of Marathwada region of Maharashtra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i112621

Determinants and Constraints of Access to Credit by Poultry Egg Farmers in Ogun State Nigeria

Adewuyi S.A, Tolorunju E.T, Olusanya I.O & Akinbode S.O · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Access to credit is crucial for the advancement of the poultry industry in Nigeria, yet a significant portion of poultry farmers lack access to formal credit sources. This study investigates determinants and constraints to credit access among poultry egg farmers in Ogun State, ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i112622

Global Perspectives on Women’s Empowerment: Challenges, Policies, and Case Studies

Poonam, Santosh, Ayushi, Preet Gill & Swati · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Enhancing women's social, economic, political, and legal authority to guarantee equal rights and opportunities in all areas of life is the goal of the multifaceted notion of women empowerment. This overview examines the global history, present state, and potential futures of wome...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i112616