Research Activities
Departmental research and recommendations conducted by the PG Institute of Agribusiness Management play a pivotal role in advancing the agribusiness sector. These research initiatives provide data-driven insights that guide policymakers, industry professionals, and stakeholders in making well-informed decisions. By identifying innovative solutions and best practices, the institute enhances productivity, sustainability, and profitability within the agribusiness landscape. Additionally, its research efforts bridge the gap between academic theories and real-world challenges, promoting practical applications that benefit the industry. The recommendations emerging from these studies not only support policy formulation but also empower future leaders by equipping them with the skills needed to address contemporary issues. Ultimately, the institute’s dedication to research fosters growth, development, and resilience in agribusiness, making it an indispensable resource for the sector.
DEPARTMENTAL PROJECTS
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Sr.
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Year
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Title of Project
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Duration
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1
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2010-11
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Future trading of cumin in Indian Market – An analysis
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I year
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2
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2010-11
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Economic Analysis of production, processing and export marketing of sesamum
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I year
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3
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2010-11
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Evaluation and performance of Kishan Credit Card scheme
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I year
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4
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2010-11
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Role of women in agriculture : A socio economic study in Junagadh district
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I year
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5
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2010-11
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Knowledge gap of groundnut farmers in coastal f Junagadh district
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I year
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6
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2011-12
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Performance of auxiliary storage system in canal command area for enhancing use efficiency of water resources.
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I year
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7
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2011-12
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Farmer’s perception of brand and brand loyalty for pesticides in South Saurashtra.
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I year
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8
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2012-13
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Economic analysis of wheat straw burning practices
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I year
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9
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2012-13
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Impact of Self – Help Groups on women empowerment in Junagadh District
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I year
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10
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2013-14
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Marketing problems of mango growers in Junagadh district of Gujarat
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I year
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11
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2013-14
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Assessment of women empowerment through Self-Help Groups in Junagadh district
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I year
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12
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2013-14
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Economic assessment of mini oil expeller as agribusiness unit in Junagadh District
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I year
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13
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2014-15
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Assessment of Agriclinics and Agribusiness Centers in Saurashtra Region
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I year
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14
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2014-15
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A study on attitude of the students of Agricultural and Allied sciences towards entrepreneurship
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I year
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15
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2015-16
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Impact of mobile phones on agriculture
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I year
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16
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2016-17
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Status of women vegetable vendors in Saurashtra region
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I year
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17
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2016-17
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Scope and opportunities of agro-tourism in Saurashtra Region
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III year
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18
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2016-17
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Weather based forecasting of wheat (irrigated) productivity for Junagadh district
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II year
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19
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2017-18
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Utilisation pattern and trends in Non-Performing Assets of crop loan in Junagadh district
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I year
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20
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2018-19
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Rural markets dynamics of Bazzars/Haats in Saurashtra Region
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II year
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21
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2018-19
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Export dynamics of raw cotton in India
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I year
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22
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2018-19
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Rural markets dynamics of Bazzars/Haats in Saurashtra Region
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I year
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23
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2018-19
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Export dynamics of raw cotton in India.
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I year
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24
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2019-20
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Business performance analysis of farmer producer organizations of Saurashtra region
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I year
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25
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2019-20
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Women empowerment through milk producers’ cooperative societies in Saurashtra region
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I year
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26
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2019-20
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Financial inclusion of farmers in Saurashtra region
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I year
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27
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2019-20
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Effect of Micro Irrigation System on Livelihood in Saurashtra Region
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III year
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28
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2019-20
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Export cost estimation and mileage of major commodities of Saurashtra
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III year
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29
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2020-21
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Business opportunities of exotic vegetables in Saurashtra
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I year
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30
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2020-21
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Financial Literacy among the Students of Junagadh Agricultural University
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II year
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31
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2020-21
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Consumer preference towards organized and unorganized retailing of fruits and vegetables
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I year
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32
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2020-21
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Livelihood impacts of micro irrigation system in Saurashtra region.
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I year
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33
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2021-22
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Business performance analysis of Farmer Producer Organizations of Saurashtra region
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I year
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34
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2021-22
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Value chain analysis of Keshar mango in Saurashtra region.
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I year
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35
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2022-23
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Social media usage and academic performance of students of Junagadh Agricultural University
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I year
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36
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2023-24
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Emerging opportunities for the application of blockchain in agriculture
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II year
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37
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2023-24
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Financial inclusion among rural women in Junagadh district
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II year
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38
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2023-24
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Role of SHGs in promoting financial literacy among rural women in selected districts of Saurashtra Region.
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II year
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39
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2023-24
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Assessing the effectiveness of the financial literacy programme for the students of Junagadh Agricultural University.
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II year
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS
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Year
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Title of Project
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Recommendation
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1
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2017-18
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Utilisation pattern and trends in Non-Performing Assets of crop loan in Junagadh district
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Farmers should be encouraged to adopt modern farm technology, mixed farming and micro irrigation system to enhance their repayment capacity. The banks should strongly consider farmers' characteristics such as literacy index, size of farm, irrigation facilities and sources of other income for determining creditworthiness of farmers.
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2
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2018-19
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Scope and opportunities of agro-tourism in Saurashtra Region
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There is an ample potential for development of agro-tourism in four identified routes; route-I (Junagadh - Amreli - SasanGir - Junagadh), II (Junagadh - Jamnagar - Porbandar - Junagadh), III (Junagadh- Rajkot- Surendranagar- Junagadh) and route - IV (Junagadh- Veravel - Junagadh) of Saurashtra region.
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3
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2019-20
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Financial inclusion of farmers in Saurashtra region
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To promote financial inclusion in Saurashtra region, the farmers with land holding up to 4 ha need to be provided with lesser used financial services viz. medium and long term credit, personal health insurance and pension within 14 km radius of their households.
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4
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2021-22
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Consumer preference towards organized and unorganized retailing of fruits and vegetables
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Traditional fruits and vegetable retailers should assort large and cost efficient assortment with well-behaved staff. Location for such assortment should be in proximity to residential or workplace area to make it convenient. Enduring customer relationship management can built personal linkages and will result in to customer retention through actual need identification and serving them in better way.
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5
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2021-22
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Business performance analysis of Farmer Producer Organizations of Saurashtra region
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The Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in Saurashtra region are advised to increase the number of business activities vis a vis improve the members' involvement for better business performance.
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6
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2022-23
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Financial Literacy among the Students of Junagadh Agricultural University
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Junagadh Agricultural University can strengthen the financial literacy of students by influencing their financial knowledge, behaviour and attitude. Students should provide with training programme focusing more on financial knowledge because low level is more prevalent in this area especially in terms of investment.
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7
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2022-23
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Business opportunities of exotic vegetables in Saurashtra
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The entrepreneur of Saurashtra region is advised to grab the business opportunities for exotic vegetables by supplying timely and regularly highly demanded exotic vegetable like red and green bell pepper/capsicum, baby corn and broccoli in three-star hotels/restaurants.
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8
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2023-24
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Effect of micro irrigation system on livelihood in Saurashtra region
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Extension functionaries are recommended to advise farmers of the Saurashtra region to adopt and use micro irrigation system in their farm to reduce their poverty level and increase the financial and overall livelihood.
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9
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2023-24
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Value chain analysis of Keshar mango in Saurashtra region.
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Stakeholders and policymakers involved in the Kesar mango value chain in the Saurashtra region are advised to strengthen crop management system, develop post-harvest infrastructure and improve post-harvest operations to maintain better quality of Kesar mango for the remunerative farming and consumer satisfaction.
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