Farmer Perceptions and Economic Significance of Kissan Drones in Maize Production: An Empirical Field Study

Ravikumar R, Harishankar K, Kalidas K

2024

Abstract

Agriculture remains the backbone of India’s economy, with maize ranking third among food crops, contributing 9% to the national food basket and over ₹100 billion to agricultural GDP. The integration of Agriculture 5.0 technologies artificial intelligence, drone technology, and the Internet of Things plays a pivotal role in addressing agricultural challenges and enhancing sustainability. This study explores farmer perceptions and the economic implications of Kissan Drone adoption in maize production, focusing on intensive cultivation areas in Tamil Nadu. Using advanced statistical models, the research evaluates adoption levels, willingness to pay, and economic feasibility, providing data-driven policy recommendations. Demographic analysis reveals a generational technology gap, with adopters averaging 42 years, potential adopters 52 years, and non-adopters 64 years. Findings indicate that drone adoption for Fall Armyworm (FAW) control reduces spraying costs by 22%. Regression analysis suggests that tailored educational programs can enhance adoption rates, but pricing alignment and innovative dissemination strategies remain crucial. The study concludes with policy recommendations to accelerate Kissan Drone adoption and promote sustainable farming practice.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

R R., K H. and K K. (2024). Farmer Perceptions and Economic Significance of Kissan Drones in Maize Production: An Empirical Field Study. In Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA; ISBN 978-989-758-714-6, SciTePress, pages 143-150. DOI: 10.5220/0012884000004519

in Bibtex Style

@conference{iceisa24,
author={Ravikumar R and Harishankar K and Kalidas K},
title={Farmer Perceptions and Economic Significance of Kissan Drones in Maize Production: An Empirical Field Study},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA},
year={2024},
pages={143-150},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0012884000004519},
isbn={978-989-758-714-6},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA
TI - Farmer Perceptions and Economic Significance of Kissan Drones in Maize Production: An Empirical Field Study
SN - 978-989-758-714-6
AU - R R.
AU - K H.
AU - K K.
PY - 2024
SP - 143
EP - 150
DO - 10.5220/0012884000004519
PB - SciTePress