An economic analysis of rice-based cropping sequence at NICRA adopted village in Darrang district of Assam
Angshuman Sarmah, Banasmita Barman, Abdul Hafiz, Mary Sadhana Sharma, Bipul Kr. Das, Ipsita Ojah and Amrita Khound
This research paper presents an economic analysis of rice-based cropping sequences in a NICRA (National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture) adopted village in the Darrang district of Assam. Climate change poses a significant threat to traditional agricultural practices in the region, jeopardizing food security and farmer livelihoods. NICRA's interventions aim to enhance agricultural resilience by promoting specific cropping patterns. The study evaluates the economic viability and sustainability of cropping sequences involving rice, a staple crop in the region, under changing climatic conditions. Data were collected through field surveys, farmer interviews, and secondary sources to assess the cost of cultivation, gross returns, net returns, and benefit-cost ratios of different cropping patterns.
The findings revealed that adopting diversified rice-based cropping sequences can significantly enhance farm income and resilience to climate variability. The rice-toria cropping sequence yielded in net profit of Rs. 70,609.64 with benefit cost ration of 2.10, whereas rice-fallow system accumulated a net profit of Rs. 27844.73 with benefit cost ratio of 1.53. The analysis highlights that integrating pulses and oilseeds with rice not only improves soil health but also optimizes resource use and increases economic returns. The study underscores the importance of policy support for promoting sustainable cropping systems and provides recommendations for enhancing the economic stability of smallholder farmers in the Darrang district.
Through this economic analysis, the paper contributes valuable insights into the potential benefits of rice-based cropping sequences in climate-vulnerable regions, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies to ensure food security and sustainable agricultural development in Assam. The findings can inform future research on developing and promoting more resilient and productive cropping systems that address the specific needs of Assamese farmers. Additionally, the information can be used by agricultural extension services to provide targeted recommendations to farmers in the region.
Angshuman Sarmah, Banasmita Barman, Abdul Hafiz, Mary Sadhana Sharma, Bipul Kr. Das, Ipsita Ojah, Amrita Khound. An economic analysis of rice-based cropping sequence at NICRA adopted village in Darrang district of Assam. Int J Res Agron 2024;7(6S):149-153. DOI: 10.33545/2618060X.2024.v7.i6Sc.831
