Volume -15 | Issue -1
Volume -15 | Issue -1
Volume -15 | Issue -1
Volume -14 | Issue -6
Volume -14 | Issue -6
The crop diversification in Purulia District, West Bengal has a significant bearing on the evolving agricultural landscape in the region. Crop Diversification Index (CDI) values and its detailed examination in different blocks within the district, significant variations in crop diversification practices are observed. Blocks such as Jaypur, Arsha, Bandowan, and Para exhibited high levels of crop diversification, while in blocks like Jhalda-I, Jhalda-II, Manbazar I, Kashipur, Neturia, Raghunathpur-I, Raghunathpur-II, and Santuri is low. Moderate levels of diversification were noted in blocks such as Baghmundi, Balarampur, Barabazar, Hura, Purulia-I, Purulia-II, Manbazar-II, and Puncha. The crop diversification in most part is attributed to agricultural diversity and crop rotation. The findings underscore the importance of promoting crop diversification as a strategy to enhance agricultural sustainability, farmer resilience, and food security in drought-prone regions like Purulia. Recommendations include encouraging farmers to adopt diversified cropping patterns through training and technical support, implementing policies for diversification, conducting further research on socio economic factors influencing diversification decisions, and collaborating with local agricultural extension services and research institutions to disseminate information on the benefits of crop diversification. By implementing these recommendations, stakeholders can contribute to the development and resilience of the agricultural sector in Purulia District.