K.S. Dhruw, R.S. Sengar, Kedar Nath Yadaw and R.K. Suryawanshi
Department of Agricultural Extension, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur – 492012 (C.G.), India
Email: k2gdnr_03@yahoo.com
Abstract : The present study was carried out in Kanker district of Chhattisgarh to assess the socio-economic profile of maize growers. 120 farmers were considered as respondents for this study. Respondents were interviewed through pre-tested and well structured interview schedule. Collected data were analyzed with the help of suitable statistical methods. The study revealed that the majority (53.33%) of the respondents were found in middle age group and educated up to primary school 35.83 per cent. The maximum (50.00%) number of the respondents had medium size of family and maximum (41.66%) number of respondents had membership in one organization. 42.50 per cent of the farmers were engaged in farming + labours. The maximum (40.83%) number of the respondents was having annual income between Rs. 20,001 to 40, 000.
Keywords : Chhattisgarh, Maize growers, Socio-economic profile, Tribal farmers
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