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Market Arrivals and Price Behavior of Wheat in Major Markets of India

Udhayan N., A. D. Naik & G. M. Hiremath · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Behaviour of prices of agricultural commodities results from the basic characteristics of agricultural sector and farm products. This study is based on the secondary data of 15 years from 2007-08 to 2021-22 which was collected from www.agmarknet.gov.in. For the analytical framewo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102181

Assimilating the Responsible Factors for the Technical Efficiency of Organic Brown Sugar Production: Stochastic Frontier Approach

Mahmuda Khatun, Mashrat Jahan, Kazi Tamim Rahman, M. Abdul Karim & Md. Rezaul Karim · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The demand for organic brown sugar has shown significant growth in recent years, presenting an opportunity to enhance production by strategically leveraging existing expertise among stakeholders. The objective of this study was to assess the viability of producing brown sugar, wi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102179

Impact of Organic Farming on the Livelihood of Organic Farmers in Manipur

Monika Devi Konjengbam, Dan Singh, R. N. Yadav, D. K. Singh, L. B. Singh, Mukesh Kumar, D. K. Sachan & Mohit Kumar Pandey · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The study was conducted to evaluate how organic farming has affected the livelihood of organic farmers. The research was carried out in Churachandpur and Imphal West districts of Manipur. The ex-post facto research design was adopted for the study. Data were collected using a str...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102178

An Economic Analysis and Resource Use Efficiency of Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) and Its Competing Crops Cultivation in Haryana, India

Neeraj Pawar, D. P. Malik & Sumit · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The present study has been conducted in the Mahendergarh and Nizampur blocks of Mahendergard district and Rewari block from Rewari district of Haryana state. In order to draw meaningful inferences from data, the descriptive statistics, resource use efficiency worked out by Cobb-D...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102176

Determinants of Youth Migration to Urban Areas in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, India

Rishabh Kumar Maurya, R. N. Yadav, D. K. Singh, L. B. Singh, R. B. Yadav, Pankaj Kumar Ojha & Monika Devi Konjengbam · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Youth are considered as the pillars that provide support and strength to the country. India is said to be a land of youth and villages. This paper is an effort to analyze the socio-economic profile of rural youths of eastern Uttar Pradesh along with their Migration Status. The sa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102177

Problems Faced by Farmers Using Digital Tools in Agriculture in Central Zone of India

Pooja Jena, A. S. Chauhan, A. S. Tigga, Sanjay Kumar, Meera Kumari, Subrat Kr. Behera, Fozia Homa & Manoher Saryam · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The purpose of India’s Prime Minister’s Digital India initiative was to increase the technological literacy and connect rural areas to high-speed Internet networks, which was introduced on July 1st, 2015. Digital Infrastructure as a Utility to Every Citizen, Governance & Serv...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102173

Market Integration among Major Wheat Markets in India

Udhayan N., A. D. Naik & G. M. Hiremath · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The study is based on secondary data which tests the price movement and integration between major national wheat markets i.e. Lakhimpur, Agra, Vidisha, Dewas, Kota and Baran markets. Monthly wheat prices data of 15 years from 2007-08 to 2021-22 which was collected from www.agmark...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102174

Cowpea Marketing and Consumption Preference in Potiskum Local Government Area of Yobe State, Nigeria

Seth, David Hyelni, Waziri-Ugwu, Phidelia Ramatu, Ramatu, Waziri-Ugwu, Phidelia, David Hyelni Seth, Seth , David Hyelni & Ramatu , Waziri-Ugwu, Phidelia · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The article sought to examine cowpea marketing and consumption preference in Potiskum Local Government Area (LGA) in Yobe State, Nigeria. Yobe State is one of the major producers of Cowpea in Nigeria and there is a high level of marketing activity on Cowpea in the State. The obje...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102175

Estimation of Growth Rate in Area Production and Productivity of Watermelon in Jaipur District and Rajasthan State, India

Sonu Meena, P. S. Shekhawat, Renu Kumari & Seema Kasotiya · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

An attempt has been made in this paper to estimate the growth trends in area, production and productivity of watermelon in Jaipur district and Rajasthan state. For the present study, secondary data on area, production and productivity of watermelon in Jaipur district and Rajastha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102172

Effect of Socio-economic Aspects on Women Work Force Participation Level in West Bengal, India

Rituparna Paul, Arunasis Goswami & Biswajit Pal · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The participation of women in the workforce is crucial for the growth and development of an economy. Women contribute a significant portion of the total workforce, accounting for forty per cent. In rural India, the participation of women in the workforce is an important factor in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102169

Case Study on Production and Marketing Constraints of Sugarcane Farmers in Southern Tamil Nadu, India

Jayanthi, M., Mareeswaran, P., Vijay Prabha, V. & M. Shree Charan · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

This study assesses the production and marketing constraints faced by sugarcane farmers in Southern Tamil Nadu, India. Sugarcane is an important commercial crop in India. India has emerged as one of the largest producers of sugarcane and sugar in the world with the highest number...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102170

Statistical Analysis of Growth and Installation Cost of Sprinkler Irrigation System in Bikaner District of Rajasthan, India

Vandana Kumari, Vikram Yogi, Shirish Sharma, P. K. Yadav, N. K. Pareek, I. P. Singh & Aravindh Kumar S. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Aims: The aim of this study is to assess the growth and economic feasibility of sprinkler irrigation systems in water-stressed regions, specifically Rajasthan and India, to promote sustainable agriculture and mitigate water scarcity challenges. Study Design:  Mixed-Methods study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102171

Employment and Income Pattern of Farm Households in Northeast India: Has COVID-19 Lockdown Hindered?

Johns Tiyndel G., S. M. Feroze, Jitender Kumar Bhatia & Pradeep A. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic hinders the livelihood of farm households in India. This study was conducted to measure the change in the employment and income patterns of farm households in the Imphal West district of Manipur state during the imposition of a nationwide lockdown in relatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102168

The Impact of Social Media on Agricultural Youth: Empowering the Next Generation in India

Ashish Kumar, Ramawtar Yadav, D. R. K. Saikanth, Gagan Tripathi, Akanksha Sharma, Martina Meinam & Anoop Shukla · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Agriculture has evolved significantly over the centuries, with the role of agricultural youth playing a crucial role in shaping the future. These young individuals, aged 18 to 35, represent energy, innovation, and potential in the sector. Engaging them in agriculture is vital for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102167

Collection and Marketing of Tendu Leaves in Rajasthan, India

Akash Mhaskey, Urmila B. Dhake, Kavita Goyal, Diksha Bohra, Shivangi Upadhyay, Mukesh Meena & Girdhari L. Meena · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon Roxb.) belong to the Family Ebenaceae, which is endemic to the Indian subcontinent. Locally, it is known as temburini. The leaves obtained from Diospyros melanoxylon, vernacularly known as ‘tendu’, ‘kendu’, ‘abnus’ or ‘bidi’ are the most extensively c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i102165