Constraints Faced by Farmers in Adopting Different Methods of Wheat Sowing in Punjab

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Authors: Bhawanjot Kaur and Jitender Mohan Singh

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Abstract

This study examines the problems faced by the farmers in adopting different methods of wheat sowing after paddy harvesting. The research focuses on three districts of Punjab; namely Sangrur, Ludhiana and Patiala using purposive sampling. A list of farmers adopting paddy stubble management practices was prepared and sample of 120 farmers were selected using simple random sampling. The data were analyzed through a fivepoint Likert scale to assess the severity of constraints. Major constraints identified include high machinery costs, need for high HP tractors, limited availability, and technical handling difficulties. Issues like poor seed germination, soil compaction, and straw blockage also hinder adoption. The study recommends enhanced machine access through custom hiring centers, subsidies, and farmer training programs to promote sustainable practices and reduce residue burning in Punjab.

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