Cropping Intensity, Irrigation, and Fertilizer Consumption: An Analysis

Authors: Dr. R. Ravikumar, Mr. G. Ezhilarasan, Nikkil Dcruz

Country: India

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Abstract: Abstract
The study examined the trends and relationships between cropping intensity, irrigation, and fertilizer consumption in India from 2004 to 2021. The primary objectives include analyzing trends in cropping intensity and investigating how irrigation area and fertilizer consumption influence cropping intensity. The results demonstrated a general upward trend in cropping intensity, increasing from 135.9 per cent in 2004-05 to 152.7 per cent in 2020-21, with notable growth during specific years. Irrigation infrastructure also saw substantial growth, particularly from 2010 onwards, reflecting government efforts to improve water-use efficiency and agricultural productivity. Fertilizer consumption fluctuated but generally increased, with significant rises in the mid-2000s and early 2020s. Empirical analysis through regression modeling showed a positive and significant relationship between gross irrigated area and cropping intensity, while fertilizer consumption negatively impacted cropping intensity. Diagnostic tests confirmed the reliability of the model, with no multicollinearity or autocorrelation. Overall, the findings suggested that while irrigation expansion contributes positively to cropping intensity, there is a need for balanced fertilizer use to maintain sustainable agricultural practices.

Keywords: Keywords: Cropping Intensity, Irrigation, Fertilizer Consumption, Agricultural Productivity, India, Land Use Trends.

Paper Id: 231833

Published On: 2024-12-16

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 6, November-December 2024

Cite This: Cropping Intensity, Irrigation, and Fertilizer Consumption: An Analysis - Dr. R. Ravikumar, Mr. G. Ezhilarasan, Nikkil Dcruz - IJIRMPS Volume 12, Issue 6, November-December 2024.

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