Farmers’ Perception towards Climate Change and its Effect on Agriculture in Kolar District of Karnataka, India

R., Harish Kumar H. and D., Sreenivasa Murthy and Ajayakumar, . and M., Suman K. and K., Karuna Sri (2023) Farmers’ Perception towards Climate Change and its Effect on Agriculture in Kolar District of Karnataka, India. International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 13 (11). pp. 2676-2683. ISSN 2581-8627

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Abstract

This study aimed to assess farmers' perception of climate change and its implications for agriculture in Kolar district, Karnataka, during the year 2021-22. Data from 80 respondents were collected using a multi-stage random sampling technique, employing a well-structured, pre-tested questionnaire administered through personal interviews. Descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and Garret's ranking technique were employed for data analysis. The results revealed that 40% of the respondents had been aware of climate change for the past five years, with farmers' personal observations being a primary source of information. Most farmers identified climate change through rising temperatures, irregular rainfall patterns, and increased overall rainfall. Respondents also noted climate change effects on agriculture, such as increased pest and disease occurrences, altered sowing periods, and heightened competition from weeds. Regression analysis indicated that factors such as education, the use of social media, sources of weather information, and farming experience had a positive and significant influence on farmers' perception levels. As a result, this study suggests the development of climate-based advisory services, including weather alerts, climate-resilient crop varieties, adaptation strategies, and enhanced weather forecasting systems by relevant government departments to mitigate the impacts of climate change on agriculture in the region.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Institute Archives > Geological Science
Depositing User: Managing Editor
Date Deposited: 11 Nov 2023 05:06
Last Modified: 11 Nov 2023 05:06
URI: http://eprint.subtopublish.com/id/eprint/3594

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