1- Department of Civil Engineering, Kongu Engineering College, Erode, Tamilnadu, India. , kowsiaie@gmail.com
2- Centre for Water Resources, Anna University, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.
Abstract: (1516 Views)
Tamilnadu is one of the leading turmeric producing states in India. The turmeric productivity of the state has been declining for the last three years. Many small-scale farmers start shifting turmeric cultivation to other crops due to various reasons that need to be explored. The study has identified the reasons for this shifting among the small-scale farmers where the invading gets doing. Data for this study have been collected from 50 farmers randomly selected from Kanjikoil Village of Erode district using a pre-tested interview schedule. The study reveals that the major causes of shifting turmeric cultivation to other crops are competitive producers from other states (90%), lowering of selling price (88%), lack of technological usage (66%), postharvest losses (72%), higher labour and operation cost (70%), and lack of knowledge on pest control (70%). Based on the results, the feasible recommendations are derived to enhance the turmeric crop growth in the state.
Article Type:
Original Research |
Subject:
Agricultural Extension and Education Received: 2020/09/20 | Accepted: 2021/10/17 | Published: 2021/12/29