Vol. 19 No. 2
Technology assessment of pulses and oilseeds in eastern India over last decade
Author(s): A. DAM AND S. CHATTERJEE
Abstract: The aim of the current research is to assess and quantify technological change and multiple factors responsible behind pulse and oilseed production in eastern region of India over last decade (2009-10 to 2018-19). Output-oriented DEA-Malmquist technique has been computed for the entire study. The primary driving force behind technological change (TFPCH) in pulses and oilseeds is prenominantly the technical substitution of input utilization (TECHCH)), rather than farmers’ efficiency and knowledge (EFFCH) . The state West Bengal dominates in Chickpea (TFPCH quotient 1.127), while Bihar dominates in Lentil (TFPCH quotient 1.306) and Mustard (TFPCH quotient 1.528) cultivation. Orissa features dominancy in Groundnut (TFPCH quotient 1.247) cultivation over the year. Overall TFPCH may be guided by the suitable plant protection measures, proper method of sowing followed by adequate supply of inorganic fertilizer and HYV seeds. Poor quality seed, lack of mechanization with plenty of unskilled labour still prevailed in the eastern states as well. Expansion and utilization of Rice-Fallow areas with paira cropping will raise the overall productivity of these crops in Eastern region of India.
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