LITERATURE REVIEW: FARMERS PERCEPTION TOWARDS LIVESTOCK INSURANCE

Livestock insurance is a vital risk management strategy for farmers, but its adoption remains low in India. This study aims to explores farmers' perception towards livestock insurance in Coimbatore district. The objective of the research paper is to examine the perception of farmers towards Livestock insurance . The paper is secondary data based. From year 2017 to 2024 literature has been covered. The study identifies several factors influencing farmers' perception towards livestock insurance, including education level, farm size, and experience with livestock diseases. Through literature it is found that Farmers are unaware of livestock insurance schemes and are over burdened with family responsibilities which adversely affect the performance of livelihood. Government should be liberal in providing financial assistance to the farmers. The findings suggest that improving farmers' awareness and knowledge about livestock insurance, as well as addressing their concerns and constraints, are crucial for increasing its adoption. The study's results have implications for policymakers, insurance providers, and extension services seeking to promote livestock insurance among farmers. KEYWORDS: Livestock Insurance, Farmers' Perception, Risk Management.