The Determinants Influencing Cognitive Behaviour of Vegetable Growers in the use of Plant Protection Chemicals
Journal Title: International Journal of Agricultural Science and Research (IJASR) - Year 2019, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
Cognitive behaviour in the context of this study refers to the various facets of buying and usage behaviour of farmers, including frequency of buying the plant protection chemicals, source of information influencing the buying decision of farmers, point of purchase, factors affecting choice of purchase point. The current study examined correlates farmers’ cognitive behaviour in the use of plant protection chemicals. Data were collected from 105 horticultural farmers of seven village of Oddanchathram block of Dindugal district, Tamil Nadu. It was noted that cognitive behaviour in the use of plant protection chemicals was related to multiple vegetable crops like tomato, brinjal, okra, bhendi etc. Findings comprise of the major factors influencing the cognitive behaviour of the farmers. Educational status, innovativeness and availability of plant protection chemicals and perceived economic benefits have major influence over the cognitive behaviour of farmers in the use of plant protection chemicals.
Authors and Affiliations
Vinoth S, Venkata Pirabu J
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