Farmer’s Perception on Farm Mechanization

This study explores the perception of farmers towards farm mechanization in Telangana, focusing on paddy, maize, and cotton crops across three districts. A total of 240 farmers were selected through purposive and random sampling techniques. The study utilized an ex-post-facto approach and conducted data analysis using correlation, regression, and path analysis. Results revealed that the majority of farmers (61.66%) had a medium level of perception towards farm mechanization. Key influencing factors included education, farm size, irrigation availability, source of information, and extension contact. Stepwise regression analysis identified eight significant variables, with irrigation status, age, education, and extension-related factors showing the strongest influence. The model explained 48.90% of the variance in farmers’ perceptions. To address the key challenges in understanding the benefits of farm mechanization by farmers. The findings highlight the need for improved access to information, extension services and availability of mechanization services had increased the level of perception towards mechanization. Recognizing these determinants is essential for policymakers striving to promote efficient & sustainable agricultural practices through mechanization.