Vol. 12, Special Issue 12 (2023)

Author(s):
Satish Kumar Samdariya, Dr. Arvindra Kumar Bharati, Dr. Dilip Gupta, Dr. Prashant Sharma, Dr. Sanjana Shrivastava and Poonam Samdariya

Abstract:
The research investigates the intricate interplay between the socio-economic profiles of soybean growers and their adoption of recommended Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, aiming to identify factors influencing sustainable agricultural practices. The diverse socio-economic landscape of the respondents, considering age, education, annual income, land holding size, farm power, and social participation. Notably, the majority falls within the "Middle" age group (65.83%) and exhibits varying levels of education and income. The extent of adoption, with 65.83% in the "Medium" category, 20% in the "High" category, and 14.17% in the "Low" category. The findings suggest a baseline acceptance of sustainable practices, with targeted interventions needed for the "Low" adoption group. Correlation analysis revealed significant positive correlations for education, annual income, landholding size, and farm power, indicating their influence on IPM adoption. Conversely, age and social participation show non-significant correlations. This research lays the groundwork for tailored strategies, interventions, and policies to enhance widespread adoption, fostering sustainable agriculture among soybean growers.