ADOPTION OF ANGRAU RECOMMENDED REDGRAM PRODUCTIONTECHNOLOGY BY THE FARMERS OF GUNTUR DISTRICT OF ANDHRA PRADESH

Abstract

The study analyzed the adoption of recommended redgram production techniques among farmers in Guntur district during 2022-23. Findings revealed that while farmers largely followed advice on soil, spacing, and harvesting, adoption rates were lower for fertilizer and water management, seed treatment, disease and pest management, intercropping, and sowing time. Lack of awareness, confidence, and influence from dealers and neighboring farmers were cited as primary reasons for non-adoption. Positive correlations were found between farmers’ education, experience, extension contacts, and training with their adoption levels. Farmers cited constraints such as Maruca and pod fly infestations, low yields, wilt, high cultivation costs, and water scarcity during critical stages.