Vol. 12, Issue 8 (2023)

Author(s):
Rajneesh Srivastava, Kamlesh Meena, Ashok Rai, Shamsher Singh, Neeraj Singh and TK Behera

Abstract:
To determine the increase in productivity and profitability of the pea variety Kashi Mukti in farmers' fields, 58 front-line demonstrations on vegetable pea (Pisum sativum L var, hortense.) were done throughout the rabi seasons of 2019–20, 2020–21, and 2021–22. According to the data, the average yield of the mid-duration pea variety Kashi Mukti under FLDs was reported at 117.38, 80.4, and 98.0 q/ha in the years 2019–20, 20–21, and 20–22, respectively. This was 16.98, 25.62, and 18.07% greater than the old variety Arkel utilized by the farmers in those years. Additionally, during the study period, the average yield of the pea variety Kashi Mukti grown under FLDs was recorded at 98.59 q/ha, 20.22% greater than the yield of the Arkel an old planted by the farmers. Economic data showed that, in comparison to farmer’s practice, where gross return (Rs. 1,41253/ha), net returns (Rs. 92027/ha), and benefit cost ratio (2.99) were calculated, demonstrations recorded an average of three years gross return (Rs. 172790/ha), net returns (Rs. 122497 /ha), and benefit cost ratio (3.60). As a result, pea production using enhanced technology is more productive and pod yield may rise by as much as 31.5%. The demonstrations also improved the relationship and confidence between farmers and scientists.