Farmers' Risk Attitudes, Agricultural Technology Adoption, and Impacts in Eastern India

This study investigates the influence of farmers' risk attitudes on adopting agricultural technologies and their impact on rice productivity in Eastern India. Using survey data from four states, it finds that risk-seeking farmers are more likely to adopt mechanization, while risk-averse farmers prefer stress-tolerant rice varieties (STRVs). Adoption of both technologies has led to productivity gains but remains limited due to socio-economic barriers. The study recommends targeted policies like subsidies, effective extension mechanisms, and improved seed systems to enhance adoption rates and improve productivity.

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