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VOL. 7, ISSUE 3 (2025)
An economic study of cost of cultivation and profitability trends in crop cultivation in Jalgaon district
Authors
Dr. Deepak Bhagwan Patil
Abstract
This study focusses at crop cultivation costs
and profitability trends among irrigated (Bagayat) and dry land (Jirayat)
farmers in Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. With growing worries about
agricultural input pricing and economic sustainability, this study investigates
whether land type has a substantial impact on farmers' perceived profitability.
Primary data was acquired from 110 farmers (56 irrigated, 54 dry land) utilising
a standardised questionnaire using a 7-point Likert scale. The study tested a
null hypothesis, which suggested that there was no substantial difference in
cost or profit between the two groups. Using independent samples t-tests on
eleven economic indices, the researchers discovered no statistically
significant variations between the two farming divisions. Both irrigated and
dry land farmers reported comparable views on rising input costs, market price
shifts yield satisfaction, and financial viability. The findings show that,
despite differences in water supplies, both groups face similar economic
pressures, emphasising a need for targeted government assistance and
risk-reduction strategies.
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Pages:6-9
How to cite this article:
Dr. Deepak Bhagwan Patil "An economic study of cost of cultivation and profitability trends in crop cultivation in Jalgaon district". International Journal of Commerce and Economics, Vol 7, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 6-9
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