The Significant Role of ICT in Agricultural Technology Adoption

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on technology adoption is profound and far-reaching, influencing how individuals, businesses, and organizations embrace and integrate new technological advancements. ICT in agriculture refers to the use of digital tools, systems, and innovations to improve agricultural practices, increase productivity, and enhance efficiency in the sector. ICT is gaining traction and enhancing access to agricultural information among researchers, extension agents, and farmers. Positive perception about ICT were found in all groups, but were highest among researchers, a finding that could be linked to increasing education and use intensity. This study aims to find out the awareness of the use of ICTs in agriculture among farmers. The total 200 farmers were selected purposively for the present study. The data were collected through personal interview and analysed by using appropriate statistical methods like mean, standard deviation and T-test for the interpretation of the data. This study revealed farmers demographic characteristics and educational status in Dhamdha and Patan, located in the Durg District of Chhattisgarh, India. The demographic distribution revealed variations in gender, marital status, education levels, and family income between the two locations. The statistical analysis showed that the education status of farmers in both blocks has significantly impacted their agricultural practices. Although, the t-values and p-values indicated no significant difference in education levels between the two studied locations. However, the t-test results for knowledge of information and communication technology (ICT) in agriculture revealed a statistically significant difference between Dhamdha and Patan, with p-values below 0.05.