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17 articles for “Farmer producer organizations”
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 116–122 Read article
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Farmers In India: Impact of Minimum Support Price, Exploitation in Mandis, and Conditions Leading to Distress Selling
Abstract: Indian agriculture remains dominated by small and marginal farmers who face persistent income insecurity despite the existence of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) system. The MSP, designed to provide remunerative prices and food‑security procurement, has produced significant benefits in select regions and crops—especially wheat and paddy in states like Punjab, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh. However, its coverage is uneven, with many farmers in pulses, oilseeds, and horticulture regions selling below …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Restoration of Degraded Agricultural Soils Through Organic Amendments and Sustainable Farming Practices
Abstract: This study investigates the efficacy of organic amendments and sustainable farming practices in restoring degraded agricultural soils, addressing a critical global challenge affecting food security and environmental sustainability. The research was conducted over three growing seasons on degraded semi-arid agricultural land, utilizing a randomized complete block design with five treatments: The following farming practices: pure control, organic amendments but market conventional farming practices, sustainable farming practices but market standard conventional, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Store Management System
Abstract: E-commerce into agriculture has significantly changed the existing structures of the agricultural markets. For farmers, it provides a direct outlet to sell their farm products and for consumers, it offers the opportunity to buy fresh and organic farm products. Here we report the design and development of an e-commerce web application for agricultural trading that not only makes use of modern web technologies but also allows farmers to list their …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 01–9 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Onion Sorting Machine
Abstract: Agriculture is the backbone of many economies as it employs the majority of the population directly or indirectly. In past years, new cropping patterns have evolved, developed, and been introduced in order to change the economic status of the farming community. Agriculture is crucial to India’s economic development. Any agricultural product must be graded by size in order to be properly priced. Today, we are considering various methods and measures …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Design Of A Novel Drone For Agricultural Application
Abstract: There are several factors that determine the production rate of crops in agriculture , namely, temperature, pressure, humidity, rain, soli, climatic conditions etc. farmers have been using pesticides and fertilizersin order to increase the production rate and to prevent the crops from insects. But these pesticides have an adverse effect on the health of farmers due to prolonged exposure and in turn prove hazardous for their health. WHO (World Health …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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Silage Beyond Green Fodder: Nutritional, Health, Economic and Environmental Implications for Sustainable Livestock Production
Abstract: Silage is a pivotal component in modern livestock feeding systems, offering far more than just an alternative to green fodder. This study explores the multifaceted roles of silage in enhancing livestock nutrition, health, and overall farm sustainability. The preservation of crops through fermentation allows for year-round availability of high-quality feed, ensuring consistent nutritional intake, particularly during periods of forage scarcity. Beyond its basic function as a feedstuff, silage improves the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–23 Read article
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Formulated Biofertilizer—An Effective Approach to Improve Growth and Nutrient Uptake in Crops: A Systemic Review
Abstract: An alternative to mineral fertilizers is the biofertilizers which is one of the important components of integrated nutrient management as these are cost effective and renewable source of plant nutrients to supplement the chemical fertilizers for sustainable agriculture. The use of microorganisms in agriculture as bioinoculant is a very important practice and a growing need too. In spite of countless research, the rate of success is remarkably low. To get …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 43–52 Read article
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On-Farm Demonstration of Improved Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) Technologies in Cluster based Large scale Approaches at Gofa Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Sorghum is used as a source of food and cash for smallholder farmers in drought phrone areas of Gofa Zone. Farmers produce sorghum traditionally without proper management and input use and as a result yield obtained by farmers was far below the crop potential. Therefore, Arba Minch Agricultural Research Center carried out a cluster-based large-scale demonstration of improved sorghum in Melo-Koza and Zala Districts of the Gofa Zone in Southern …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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A Low Embodied Energy Approach for Early Design Decisions in Agritourism Centers in Pune
Abstract: Agritourism is an idea that empowers and trains the rural family, organization, or individual to generate alternative sources of income by transforming their traditional agricultural land into a tourist attraction. Agritourism is the practice of attracting visitors to an area used primarily for agricultural purposes. It could be described as – rural/agricultural environments + farm commodities + tourism services = agritourism. It gives visitors an experience to stay in a …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Determinants of the Adoption of chemical Fertilizer in Kaffa, Bench Sheko and Sheka zones of Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Agriculture is the backbone of the Ethiopian economy, but the production system was backward, and the adoption of agricultural technology was low. This study aims to identify and determine factors affecting smallholder farmers' adoption of chemical fertilizer. Bita, Chena, Andiracha, and Sheyi Bench district of the southwest Ethiopia region was selected for this study. Household individual survey interview, key informant interview, and focus group discussion were the primary data collection …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Tea Waste Recovery System
Abstract: The Tea Waste Recovery Management System aims to solve the problem of waste from tea shops, which can harm the environment and waste valuable resources. Every day, tea shops throw away large amounts of used tea powder, causing pollution and missing the chance to recycle these organic materials. If tea waste is not managed properly, it can pile up in landfills, releasing harmful gases into the air. This not only …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Fields of Data: Exploring AI’s Impact on Modern Farming
Abstract: The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations projects that by 2050, there will be a further 2 billion people on the planet, but just 4% of that additional land will be used for agriculture. Under such circumstances, the most recent technical developments and solutions to the farming industry’s obstacles can be used to achieve more effective farming methods. The direct implementation of machine intelligence or artificial intelligence …
Published in International Journal of Solid State Innovations & Research · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Conservation of Agricultural Products in Sub-Saharan Zone by Ecological Off-grid Cold Room, Case of Senegal
Abstract: In this article, we have studied and dimensioned a solar cold room for the preservation of potatoes in sub-Saharan areas. The conservation of post-harvest agricultural products is a major issue in this part of Africa, hence the need to focus our research on off-grid refrigeration installations. In this work, we focused on the use of local materials such as agricultural residues and terracotta for the construction of solar cold rooms. …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Effect of Vermicompost, Compost and Inorganic Fertilizer on Production of Onion at Southern Ethiopia, Wolaita Zone Humbo District
Abstract: Combined application of fertilizers (organic and inorganic) could able to optimize production and productivity of onion. This experiment was conducted in Humbo district southern Ethiopia during 2019- 2021 under irrigation to evaluate the effect of organic and inorganic fertilizer on bulb yield and general production of onion. Experiment was laid out in randomized complete block design with three replication and consisted of seven treatments: T1: control, T2: NPSB(82.2N, 31.4P, 13.4S, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Microalgae: Promising Sources of Biofuels
Abstract: Single-celled photosynthetic organisms known as microalgae have drawn a lot of interest as a potential source for the synthesis of biofuel. These microscopic organisms are able to effectively convert sunlight and carbon dioxide into biomass that is high in proteins, carbs, and lipids. Microalgae makes up to 19% starch concentration providing an eco-friendly and sustainable way to satisfy the growing need for renewable energy sources.Although they can be made from …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article