Farmers' Perception And Factors Influencing The Adoption Of Farm Mechanization In Paddy Cultivation In Erode District
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2025-07
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The Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research
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Farm mechanization plays a pivotal role in enhancing agricultural productivity, particularly in labor-intensive crops like paddy. Despite significant technological advances and government initiatives, the adoption of mechanized farming tools remains uneven among paddy farmers in Erode district of Tamil Nadu. This study aims to explore the perception of farmers and identify the key factors influencing their adoption of mechanization in paddy cultivation. Based on data collected from 500 paddy farmers using a structured interview schedule, the research incorporates both qualitative and quantitative assessments. Demographic characteristics such as age, gender, academic status, nature of family, farm size, farm experience, and type of irrigation were analyzed in relation to awareness and adoption behavior. The findings highlight that awareness levels are significantly linked to education and farm size, while the high cost of machinery and limited technical know-how remain the principal barriers to adoption. Chi-square analysis reveals a significant association between demographic variables and awareness. Ranking analysis identifies cost, availability, and government support as critical influencing factors. The study concludes by emphasizing the need for targeted awareness programs, improved access to subsidies, and village-level custom hiring centers to promote inclusive and widespread mechanization. These interventions are crucial for achieving sustainable paddy production and rural economic growth.
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Paddy Cultivation, Farm Mechanization, Awareness, Factors
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Deepa K. M., Maheswari P.. Farmers' Perception And Factors Influencing The Adoption Of Farm Mechanization In Paddy Cultivation In Erode District. Indian Journal Of Applied Research. 2025 Jul; 15(7): 47-49