Vol. 12, Special Issue 10 (2023)

Author(s):
Bhuneshwari Devi, MK Dubey and DK Jaiswal

Abstract:
The study was conducted in Dindori district of Madhya Pradesh to identify the major constraints faced by tribal farmers in the adoption of minor millet (Kodo-kutki) production technology and the suggestions offered by Kodo-kutki growers for its adoption. For this purpose, a sample of 120 farmers was considered as respondents for the study and the collected data were analyzed using suitable statistical methods. The analysis results showed that the major constraints faced by Kodo-kutki growers included a lack of proper training in the adoption of Kodo-kutki production technology, insufficient knowledge of seed treatment and recommended chemical doses, inadequate storage facilities, unavailability of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds, limited technical knowledge, the non-availability of fertilizer at the appropriate time, a lack of technical information at the Gram Panchayat level and the unavailability of organic manure. The major suggestions offered by Kodo-kutki growers for the adoption of Kodo-kutki production technology were as follows: proper storage facilities should be made available at the block level, subsidies for plant protection should be increased, HYV seeds should be made available at the time of sowing, mass production and supply of organic manure should be ensured, improved seeds should be provided on time and in sufficient quantities, Gram Sevaks should provide frequent and timely technical guidance and knowledge and skill-oriented training should be imparted at the village level.