Opportunities and Challenges for Adoption of Agricultural Modernization in Bundelkhand Region of India
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https://doi.org/10.59436/jsiane.v6i2.5.2583-2093Keywords:
Socio-economic Constraints, Technologies Challenges, Sustainable AgricultureAbstract
This research paper analyzes the opportunities and challenges for the adoption of agricultural modernization in the Bundelkhand region of India, based on its interconnected ecological factors. Modern agriculture holds significant potential for future employment opportunities and prospects in this region, which is particularly well-suited for such advancements. However, most farmers still utilize modern agricultural techniques to a very limited extent. This is because farmers face several challenges in adopting modern agricultural practices, such as small landholdings, uneven terrain, infertile soil, lack of irrigation facilities, and limited access to innovation and adoption of new technologies, all of which directly impact agricultural activities. The socio-economic constraints of the farmers is a particularly significant challenge. Therefore, it is crucial to develop a new direction for emerging agricultural development in this region and address the challenges associated with the adoption of modern agricultural technologies. This will enable integrated and sustainable modern agricultural development in the region.
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