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University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru
University of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore, a premier institution of agricultural education and research in the country, began as a small agricultural research farm in 1899 on 30 acres of land donated by Her Excellency Maharani Kempa Nanjammanni Vani Vilasa Sannidhiyavaru, the Regent of Mysore and appointed Dr. Lehmann, German Scientist to initiate research on soil crop response with a Laboratory in the Directorate of Agriculture. Later under the initiative of the Dewan of Mysore Sir M. Vishweshwaraiah, the Mysore Agriculture Residential School was established in 1913 at Hebbal which offered Licentiate in Agriculture and later offered a diploma programme in agriculture during 1920. The School was upgraded to Agriculture Collegein 1946 which offered four year degree programs in Agriculture. The Government of Mysore headed by Sri. S. Nijalingappa, the then Chief Minister, established the University of Agricultural Sciences on the pattern of Land Grant College system of USA and the University of Agricultural Sciences Act No. 22 was passed in Legislative Assembly in 1963. Dr. Zakir Hussain, the Vice President of India inaugurated the University on 21st August 1964.
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ThesisItem Embargo PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF RAISINS IN VIJAYAPUR DISTRICT OF KARNATAKA – AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS(2023-02-07) ANUP KATTI; Dr. G. M. GADDIIn recent years, stagnant production, increased demand, and price volatility of grapes and raisins have become the major concerns for producers and all the stakeholders in marketing. The present study on production and marketing of raisins was conducted in Vijayapur district of Karnataka using both the primary and secondary data. The results of the study showed that growth rate of area, production and productivity of raisins in Vijayapur district were increasing, with medium level of instability. The cost and returns analysis revealed that variable cost was the major contributor (₹ 347,007.02 per ha) compared to fixed cost (₹ 149,033.69 per ha) in the total cost (₹ 496,040.70) of grapes cultivation. Farmer require about Nine Lakh rupees to establish raisin processing unit, further, the proportion of variable cost was 95 per cent in the total cost of raisin production of Rs.8.18 lakhs. Mapping of value chain in production of raisins in Vijayapur district identified two marketing channels and the channel with commission agent and retailer between producer and consumer was more predominant. Major problems reported by the respondents included non-availability of labour during peak crop season, heavy initial investment, expensive processing infrastructure, high price of chemicals and lack of supportive government schemes in raisin production. While in marketing of raisins, farmers stated high price fluctuation, inadequate market infrastructure, lack of cold storage facilities, poor competition among traders, non-availability of quality packing material, lack of awareness about benefits ofThesisItem Embargo VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS OF GROUNDNUT IN CHITTOOR DISTRICT OF ANDHRA PRADESH(2023-02-03) TUNGETI MYTHILI; SIDDAYYAThe present study was conducted in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh. The study aimed at analyzing growth in groundnut area, production, and productivity; mapping the value chain of groundnut and its products; analyzing the consumer preference towards value-added products of groundnut, and examining the constraints in value chain of groundnut. The primary data was collected from 30 farmers, 60 consumers, five traders, five processors, and five retailers. The CAGR of groundnut area in India is -1.5 per cent, while production and productivity were 2.4 and 3.9 per cent, respectively. Area and production in Andhra Pradesh are -9.6 and -5.1 per cent respectively, with productivity at 5.6 per cent, while area, production of groundnut and productivity of groundnut in Chittoor district was -2.5, -0.4, and -5.8 per cent, respectively. The degree of value addition from groundnut kernel to oil was highest for processors (11.23%). Consumer Preferences for groundnut kernel was influenced by kernel size (50%). Price was the most preferred attribute of groundnut oil by consumers (38.33%). Constraints in the value chain of groundnut included inadequate and non-timely credit for the farmers with Garrett’s mean score of 65.26 for processors, non-availability of quality raw material with Garrett’s mean score of 81.80. As a result, the government should promote drought-resistant varieties to farmers and train processors on groundnut value addition.ThesisItem Embargo A STUDY ON PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF RED GRAM IN KALABURAGI DISTRICT OF KARNATAKA(2023-02-02) IRANNA; Dr. SIDDAYYAIn recent years, stagnant production, increased demand, and price volatility of red gram have become the major concerns. In this background the present study was conducted to assess the study on production and marketing of red gram in Kalaburagi district of Karnataka. The study was conducted by using both primary and secondary data. The analysis revealed that growth rate in area, production and productivity of red gram in Kalaburagi, Karnataka and India is positive and significant. Instability index in area, production and productivity of red gram in Kalaburagi district showed moderate instability in area whereas it shows higher instability in case of production and productivity. The decomposition analysis revealed that across major districts and states area effect had the highest contribution to the change in production. The economics of production of red gram in Kalaburagi district revealed that the total variable cost ₹ ₹ 5258.55 per acre respectively. The mapping of red gram in the Kalaburagi district has identified two major marketing channels. Out of these, one involving commission agent, processor, wholesaler and retailer in between farmer and consumer was observed more predominant in the study area. Farmers opined that scarcity of labour and high wage rate (71.70%), pest and disease incidence (66.18%), low price realization (62.43%) and price volatility (57.01%) were the major production and marketing constraints. Like other cereals and oilseed crops, there is a need for technological breakthroughs in red gram.ThesisItem Embargo MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL INPUTS IN VIJAYAPURA DISTRICT OF KARNATAKA(University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, 2023-01-28) VISHWANATH GANGAYYA, HIREMATH; Ganapathy, M. S.Agricultural input marketing plays an important role not only in stimulating production and consumption but also in accelerating the pace of economic development. In this regard, the study was undertaken in the year 2021-22 in two taluks of Vijayapura district. Primary data was collected by random sampling method from 60 farmers and 30 dealers of Muddebihal and Basavana Bagewadi taluks. Secondary data regarding pesticide and fertilizer sales were collected from distributors, the Joint Director of Agriculture (JDA), and the Assistant Director of Agriculture (ADA) office in the study taluks during the period 2021-22. Tabular analysis, the Gini coefficient and Garret’s ranking techniques were used for data analysis. Gini coefficient value indicated higher inequality for pesticides and fertilizers in the study taluks. All the sample farmers purchased agricultural inputs from private agro service centers due to the availability of different types of agricultural inputs brand in one place. Majority of the farmers (88.33 %) opined brand image was the major factor influencing for purchase of agricultural inputs. Field demonstration (91.66%) was the most influential promotional measure preferred by the farmers while purchasing agricultural inputs. The majority of the farmers (93.33 %) consulted with dealers regarding specific pests and a symptom of diseases during purchasing of agricultural inputs. All the selected sample dealers opined that the provision of banners, shop hangers, and calendars were the promotional strategies implemented by the agricultural input companies for promoting their products. Inadequate product information was the major problem faced by farmers in purchasing agricultural inputs from agro-dealers and Raita Samparka Kendra (RSK) with a mean score of 80.50 and 71.33 respectively. There is a need to educate farmers regarding the control of crop pests and diseases, different types of agricultural inputs and application of the right dose of application through conducting training programs by the Department of AgricultureThesisItem Embargo ASSESSMENT OF SOIL QUALITY THROUGH MINIMUM DATA SET IN INTENSE TOMATO GROWING SOILS OF CHINTAMANI TALUK, KARNATAKA(University of Agricultural Sciences GKVK, Bangalore, 2022-12-26) DEEPA SHETTAR; Naveen, D.V.An experiment entitled “assessment of soil quality through minimum data set in intense tomato growing soils of Chintamani taluk, Karnataka” was conducted. Free survey conducted for soil sampling during the year 2021. The soils of Chintamani taluk were heterogeneous in nature. Yearly two times tomato growing soils were found to possess optimum soil properties viz., bulk density ( Mg m-3), Maximum water holding capacity (MWHC) (35.36 %), porosity (36.08 %), pH (6.41), electrical conductivity (0.46 dS m-1), organic carbon (0.43 %), available nitrogen (236.87 kg ha-1), phosphorus (AP) (66.25 kg ha-1), potassium (AK) ( 321.78 kg ha-1) and sulphur (18.75 mg kg-1), exchangeable calcium (7.11 meq 100 g soil-1) and magnesium (3.63 meq100g soil-1) and micronutrients compared to yearly one and three times tomato growing soils. In PCA technique the 26 soil properties were reduced to Minimum Data Set explaining the variation 35.32 %, 32.14 % and 27.64 % in yearly one, two and three times tomato growing soils. MWHC, Alkali phosphatase, Volume of expansion, AK and boron are the soil quality indicators of cumulative tomato growing soils. From this data it can be concluded that tomato can grow two times per year it will not affect soil quality parameters as well as yield of tomato, but yearly three times tomato growing soils have an adverse effect on soil quality and yield parameters in intense tomato growing soilsThesisItem Embargo The present study was conducted in South Transect of Bengaluru covering Bengaluru Urban and Ramanagara districts. The study analysed the backward and forward linkages, financial viability, and production efficiency of goat enterprise; marketing of goat; consumer preference for goat meat; and production and marketing constraints of goat enterprise. The primary data was collected from 40 goat farmers, 90 consumers, and ten butcher-cum-traders. The backward linkages in goat enterprise included sourcing of credit, goats, fodder, feed, water, labour, and veterinary care; while the forward linkages included sale of goats and manure. The total cost incurred and gross returns realised per annum for rearing a flock size of 33 goats was Rs. 2,26,950.18/- and Rs. 2,97,090/- respectively, resulting in net returns of Rs. 70,139.82/-. At 12 per cent discount rate, the NPW, BCR, and IRR were found to be Rs. 89,351.75/-, 1.08, and 25.02 per cent, respectively, indicating financial viability of goat rearing. The cost of labour and fodder cost were the important factors which had positive impact on returns from goat rearing. Two marketing channels were prevalent, viz., Channel I: Farmer – Farmer / Consumer and Channel II: Farmer – Butcher – Consumer. Freshness was the major factor influencing the consumption of goat meat. High mortality rate of kids was the major production constraint while lack of market information was the major marketing constraint faced by goat rearers. The study recommended conduct of animal health camps on a regular basis and training programmes on scientific rearing of goats by the authorities concerned.(University of Agricultural Sciences GKVK, Bangalore, 2022-12-26) SUSHMITHA CHENGAPPA, A.; GIRISH, M.R.The present study was conducted in South Transect of Bengaluru covering Bengaluru Urban and Ramanagara districts. The study analysed the backward and forward linkages, financial viability, and production efficiency of goat enterprise; marketing of goat; consumer preference for goat meat; and production and marketing constraints of goat enterprise. The primary data was collected from 40 goat farmers, 90 consumers, and ten butcher-cum-traders. The backward linkages in goat enterprise included sourcing of credit, goats, fodder, feed, water, labour, and veterinary care; while the forward linkages included sale of goats and manure. The total cost incurred and gross returns realised per annum for rearing a flock size of 33 goats was Rs. 2,26,950.18/- and Rs. 2,97,090/- respectively, resulting in net returns of Rs. 70,139.82/-. At 12 per cent discount rate, the NPW, BCR, and IRR were found to be Rs. 89,351.75/-, 1.08, and 25.02 per cent, respectively, indicating financial viability of goat rearing. The cost of labour and fodder cost were the important factors which had positive impact on returns from goat rearing. Two marketing channels were prevalent, viz., Channel I: Farmer – Farmer / Consumer and Channel II: Farmer – Butcher – Consumer. Freshness was the major factor influencing the consumption of goat meat. High mortality rate of kids was the major production constraint while lack of market information was the major marketing constraint faced by goat rearers. The study recommended conduct of animal health camps on a regular basis and training programmes on scientific rearing of goats by the authorities concerned.ThesisItem Embargo ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF BACKYARD POULTRY ENTERPRISE - A STUDY IN SOUTH BENGALURU(University of Agricultural Sciences GKVK, Bangalore, 2022-12-26) POOJA HANDIGUND; Mamatha GirishThe present study was conducted in South Bengaluru including Bengaluru Urban and Ramanagara districts. The study aimed at estimating the profitability of backyard poultry enterprise; analyzing the marketing of backyard poultry birds and eggs; assessing the women participation in backyard poultry rearing; analyzing the consumer preference for backyard poultry birds and eggs; examining the constraints in production and marketing of backyard poultry birds and eggs. The primary data was collected from 40 backyard poultry rearers, 90 consumers, five butchers and five traders. The total cost incurred per annum for rearing a flock size of 28 birds was found to be Rs. 8,711.02/- and the annual gross returns obtained from sale of hen, cock, eggs and manure was Rs. 21,000/- resulting in net returns of Rs. 12,288.98/- demonstrating the financial viability of backyard poultry rearing. Three marketing channels of birds were prevalent in the study area viz., Channel I: Farmer – Consumer; Channel II: Farmer – Trader – Consumer; and Channel III: Farmer – Trader – Butcher Consumer. Majority of the respondents exclusively retained the birds for household consumption. Women (62.50 %) were significantly involved in rearing when compared to men. Nutritional value and taste were the major factors influencing the consumption of backyard poultry birds and eggs. Incidence of diseases was the major production constraint and price fluctuation was the major marketing constraint. The study suggested for community-based approaches like Self Help Groups (SHGs) and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) to earn higher economic returns from production and marketing of backyard poultry birds and eggsThesisItem Open Access PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF MAIZE IN HASSAN DISTRICT OF KARNATAKA- AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS(University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, 2022-01-14) MEGHANA, S. R.; G. M. GADDIThe present study on production and marketing of maize in Hassan district used both the secondary data (relating to area, production, productivity, arrivals and prices of maize) and primary data (60 maize growers and 30 market intermediaries). Results of the study indicated that area and production of maize decreased by 7.90 per cent and 7.10 per cent while productivity was marginally increased (0.94 %) during 2007-2017 in Karnataka. Maize arrivals and prices in Channaraypatna market showed variation during study period (2008 to 2019) with higher seasonal indices for arrivals and prices during the month of January (After harvesting) and the least during the month of August (coinciding with sowing season). The Johansen co-integration test revealed long run equilibrium between Hassan, Davangere and Bagalkot markets. Farmers incurred a total cost of Rs.37044 per acre in maize cultivation with B:C ratio of 1.20 indicating cultivation of maize is profitable. Majority (73.33 %) of the farmers preferred Channel I (Farmers→Village traders→Wholesalers→ Processing unit) compared to Channel II (16.67 %) and Channel III (10 %). However, the PSCR (31.68 %) and Acharya’s marketing efficiency coefficient (0.46) were relatively higher in Channel-III compared to other channels. Scarcity of labour, high wage rate, fluctuation in price and high commission charges were the problems reported by respondents. Hence, there is a need to establish agro-processing which would benefit all the stakeholder in maize marketing viz., producer-farmers by ensuring better prices, traders and processors to enjoy benefits of economies of scale.ThesisItem Embargo A STUDY ON FUNCTIONING OF GOVERNMENT COCOON MARKET, RAMANAGARA, KARNATAKA(2022-12-29) RAKSHITHA. E. GOWDA; Dr. M. S. GanapathyThe functioning of Governemnt Cocoon Market in Ramanagara district of Karnataka state was analysed by examining the trend in arrivals and prices of cocoon; structure and conduct of the market; e-auctioning process; and constraints faced by stakeholders in the market. The primary data was collected from 60 farmers and 30 reelers participating in the cocoon market while the secondary information was collected from the staff and records of the cocoon market, during the year 2022.The arrivals decreased at a meagre CAGR of -0.63 percent, while the price of cross-breed and bivoltine registered a CAGR of 8.48 per cent and 7.42 per cent respectively for the reference period (2006-07 to 2020-21). The cocoon market was oligopolistic in nature as the Gini-coefficient and Concentration ratio was found to be 0.35 and 98.79 per cent respectively. The e-auctioning process was significant with respect to better price realisation; and also helps in analysis of market information. The major constraint faced by farmers of cocoon market was non-remunerative prices, inadequate market support, distant market and delayed payments. The major constraints faced by reelers of cocoon market was low profit margins, low-quality of cocoons, inadequate market support, app-based bidding and inadequate bidding time. The authority concerned may explore the possibility and
