Database research record2024·India (Raigad)
Personal and Socio-economic Characteristics of Farmers in Peri-Urban Area of Raigad District, India
Sanjay S. Waghmode, P M Mandavkar, Anand Suryavanshi, D D Sawant, S. S. Gitaje
Asian Research Journal of Agriculture
Urban Farm DB summary
A study in the peri-urban area of Raigad District, India, surveyed 100 farmers using an ex-post facto research design and personal interviews. Findings showed that 62% of farmers were aged 40-58, 36% had secondary education, and 78% had a medium family size. Additionally, 60% had medium farming experience, 33% had marginal land holdings, and 36% were engaged in agriculture.