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International Journal of Research in Agronomy
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Adoption dynamics of natural farming in Himachal Pradesh: Insights into practices, profiles, and policy gaps

Vol. 8, Special Issue 5 (2025)
Author(s)
Anshumant Sharma, Neha Thakur, Harshit Doda, Kartik Sharma and Kajal Sharma
Abstract
This study examines the adoption of Natural Farming in Himachal Pradesh, India, aiming to identify gaps and inform policy for sustainable agriculture. Data were collected from 384 farmers across twelve districts using a pre-tested questionnaire and a combination of purposive and multistage random sampling. Results indicate high adoption of Beejamrita and Jeevamrita (85.7%), but low uptake of Whapasa (16.7%) and crop rotation (3.1%), with 83.1% of farmers showing moderate adoption. Female farmers (63%) and marginal landholders predominate. Limitations include the study’s quantitative focus and regional scope, which may limit generalizability. The findings underscore the need for enhanced training, policy support, and extension services to promote widespread adoption of Natural Farming practices.
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How to Cite This Article:
Anshumant Sharma, Neha Thakur, Harshit Doda, Kartik Sharma, Kajal Sharma. Adoption dynamics of natural farming in Himachal Pradesh: Insights into practices, profiles, and policy gaps. Int J Res Agron 2025;8(5S):93-99. DOI: 10.33545/2618060X.2025.v8.i5Sb.2913
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