Low Level Of Adoption Research Articles

Assessment of Sugarcane Cultivation Practices in Sitapur District of Uttar Pradesh, India

The success of sugarcane farming hinges on the intricate interplay of various the adoption of advanced technological practices. The study was conducted during the year 2022-2023 in Machhrehta and Gondlamau blocks of Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh to study the extent of adoption of Sugarcane growers on improved sugarcane cultivation practices. A sample size of 120 respondents was selected based on random sampling procedure. Personal interviews with the help of a structured schedule were taken for data collection. The study revealed that majority of the respondents (51.67%) had medium level of adoption of improved sugarcane cultivation practices followed by 19.17% high and 29.16% low level of adoption of Sugarcane cultivation practices by the respondents. The study analyzed that high adoption found in Field Preparation Sugarcane with 94.78 MPS and respondents had less adoption of seed treatment in Sugarcane crop with 34.89MPS.

E-participation in Local Self-Government in Croatia

Today, cities play a crucial role as drivers of global change, as well as leaders in implementation of UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. They must capture and satisfy diverse needs of their citizens. On the other hand, e-participation adoption is crucial in open government movement as it allows the government to involve the public in their work, making it more transparent. This can be achieved through e-information, e-consultation and e-decision making as levels of e-participation adoption. This research puts focus on e-participation adoption in Croatian local governments and explores supply side of e-participation adoption with local governments’ officials. After consulting relevant literature, public sector and ICT experts, a questionnaire (i.e. measurement items) has been developed to assess e-participation levels in cities/municipalities with over 8,000 inhabitants. More than 240 responses have been collected from local governments’ heads of departments and departmental managers. The results show that the adoption of e-participation at the local level is modest with a score of 59%. E-participation sub-levels show very good adoption of e-information (e-information services widely available), mediocre results for e-consultation (mostly only compliance with respective law), and a low level of adoption of e-decision-making. The differences in adoption levels of e-participation are statistically significant between smaller and larger cities/municipalities. Therefore, the population size of the city/municipality has proven to be significant, with larger cities having higher adoption rates, especially of e-consultation practices. The author suggests a greater variety of tools and formalization of e-participation at strategic and operational levels to achieve higher levels of adoption. In addition, local governments should adopt more advanced engagement tools to enhance citizens’ (and other stakeholders’) e-participation (with voting and rating options), as current utilization is still low.

Survey on Current Status, Challenges and Opportunities towards Integration of Traditional Smallholder Crop-livestock Systems in Kenya

The current study reports the results of a baseline survey conducted to establish current status of optimizing productivity of crop-livestock systems in Kenya. Results from the study showed that 74% and 18% of the household head and respondents were male and female respectively, indicating a male dominance of household headship. The household head (69%) and respondents (16%) reported to have completed classes for formal school. On average, farmers were walking 1.83 Km, 5.18 Km, 4.65 Km, and 12.79 Km to the nearest village market, town market, extension office and farmers’ training centers respectively. This shows that extension and communication services are still far apart from the farming communities, with a negative implication on technology adoption and household food and nutrition security. Majority of the farmers did not utilize organic nutrients for crop production (96%). Open heaping/piling, composting with other materials, use of solid and liquid manures was reported to be utilized on average 67 kg, 30 kg, 11 kg and 2 kg respectively. This implies a poor manure management, low adoption and utilization levels of organic manures, with subsequent impact on climate change, crop productivity and household food and nutrition security. The main constraint limiting the use of organic fertilizers were ranked as follows; ignorance of the technical aspects linked to the use of manure as an organic fertilizer (17.8%), low awareness of manure usefulness to improve soil fertility (16.4%), high affordability and timely accessibility of chemical fertilizers (16.3%). Results further show that majority of the respondent did not utilize Nitrogen fixing plants (66%), nutrient cycling (84%) and legume crops (75%). The main Nitrogen-fixing plants were faba bean (10%), Sesbania (9%), cowpea (5%), alfalfa (2%) and sunflower (1%) respectively. The survey recommends promotion of climate smart interventions and organic soil fertility management approaches, farmers capacity building and promotion of agribusiness.

Digital Transformation in the Music Industry: Session Musicians Matchmaking Platform Effectiveness Analysis

The music industry has been through a significant digital transformation in recent years, with one interesting development being the rise of matchmaking platforms for session musicians. Despite their potential benefits, the effectiveness and impact of these platforms on the music industry are not well studied. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the effectiveness of session musician matchmaking platforms and their implications for the music industry. Leveraging the architecture capabilities of The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), specifically the Architecture Development Method (ADM), all the participants with their current processes and pain points are identified. The identified pain points are then validated using the empathy map method through an online questionnaire. From the identified pain points, values are developed as the main targets for pain relievers in the current situation, which are later evaluated against existing platforms of a similar nature. After comprehensive research and data analysis, several key insights emerged. First, the findings reveal that, under the current traditional model, the collaboration process between session musicians and music entertainment continues to function effectively. Second, there is enthusiasm among participants for platforms that offer solutions to common challenges faced in collaboration processes. However, the research data shows low levels of adoption and utilization among participants. This suggests there is a huge opportunity for the development and promotion of matchmaking platforms designed specifically for session musicians and music entertainment to enhance collaboration and improve the music industry.

Relationship between Scientific Management Practices Followed by Fish Farmers with their Socio-economic Profile Characteristics

This study investigates the relationship between the adoption of scientific management practices by fish farmers and their socio-economic profile characteristics in the Raichur district of Karnataka, India. Using an ex-post-facto research design, data were collected from 120 fish farmers across eight villages. The results indicate that 36.28% of farmers adopted scientific management practices at a medium level, while 33.72% and 30.00% reported low and high adoption levels, respectively. Key socio-economic factors influencing adoption included education, social participation, extension orientation, and mass media utilization. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to enhance adoption rates and improve fish farming productivity, thereby supporting rural economies. This revised abstract maintains the essential details while improving clarity and focus.

Pendampingan Penggunaan Layanan Perbankan Digital Pada Nasabah BANK BPD Bali Capem PUSPEM BADUNG

Abstract Assistance with Digital Banking Services Usage at Bank BPD Bali Capem Puspem Badung identifies low levels of digital technology adoption among customers as a major challenge. Despite Bank BPD Bali’s commitment to regional economic development and providing inclusive banking services, many customers still rely on cash transactions and physical visits to the branch. This Internship Program aims to enhance understanding and usage of digital banking applications through intensive support. This approach includes direct education on how to use the app, its benefits, and technical problem- solving. Results show an improvement in customers' understanding and skills in using digital services, but challenges related to digital literacy still need to be addressed. The program demonstrates effectiveness in increasing digital service adoption, supporting Bank BPD Bali’s goal of delivering more efficient and high-quality banking services, and contributing to the economic development of Bali. Evaluation and the development of a structured monitoring system are necessary to ensure the program’s sustainability and effectiveness in the future. Kata Kunci: digital banking, customer assistance, digital literacy, technology adoption

Extent of Adoption Regarding Recommended Cultivation Practices of Landraces by the Beneficiaries of Global Environment Facilities

The present study examined the adoption levels among 113 kharif crop growers in Osian tehsil (Jodhpur) and Chohtan tehsil (Barmer) of Rajasthan. Results indicated that 64 respondents (56.64%) exhibited medium adoption, 36 of them (31.86%) showed high adoption, and 13 respondents (11.50%) had low adoption levels of recommended practices. Practice-wise analysis revealed the highest adoption in “Sowing of seed” (87.33 MPS), followed by “Spacing” (85.00 MPS), “Harvesting” (81.67 MPS), and “Storage” (80.00 MPS). Lower adoption rates were observed in “Fertilizer application” (61.33 MPS), “Seed treatment” (67.67 MPS), and “Plant protection measures” (78.67 MPS). Multiple regression analysis of independent variables with adoption showed that family type, income level and social participation had positive relationship with adoption whereas age, caste, occupation, level of education and land holding had negative association with adoption. These findings underscore the varied adoption levels across different practices, highlighting areas for targeted intervention to enhance overall compliance with recommended cultivation techniques.

Prospects and current scenario of industry 4.0 in Bangladeshi textile and apparel industry

This study aims to explore the scopes and challenges, rank the challenges, and provide strategic solutions for adopting Industry Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0) in Bangladesh's textile and apparel industry. A random survey was administered to a total of 142 factories in Bangladesh. Both quantitative and qualitative methods of analysis were used in this study. The survey includes questions on important study variables, such as big data, smart factories, cyber-physical systems (CPS), the Internet of Things (IoT), interoperability, textile production, and industry performance. The Variable Destination Multiple Access (VDMA) Model has been adopted to design the questionnaire, focusing on qualitative and quantitative questions. The survey dataset was investigated through SmartPLS 4.0 by normality and confirmatory tests. Likert scale data have been analyzed through IBM SPSS software version 26.0 by the exploratory factor analysis method to rank the IR 4.0 adoption variables. Analysis of the survey data indicates the level of adoption of Industry 4.0 in terms of organizational strategy, investment, infrastructure, IT (Information Technology), Ready Made Garments (RMG) skilled workers, smart operations, and smart factories. The study shows that the variable “Review of the strategy using indicators” got the highest ranking in the external factor, 0.791. This clearly indicates that strategy formulation is the topmost priority among other IR 4.0 adoption variables. Consequently, “digital integration” got the lowest loading at 0.620, as IR 4.0 digital technology adoption is very low. The overall maturity level for IR 4.0 adoption in the Bangladesh textile and apparel industry is 1.91 on a 5-point scale, indicating a low adoption level. This study can help concerned policymakers and industrialists who want to implement Industry 4.0 in the textile and RMG sectors to stay competitive in the global market. Alongside this study, it also summarizes the IR 4.0 adoption level in 9 broad categories.

Human resource management practices on Irish dairy farms: an exploratory study

Context Managing people outside the farm family unit is a new issue for many Irish dairy farmers. In the context of rapid growth, the demand for employees has increased, creating the need for Irish dairy farmers to have human resource management (HRM) skills. Aims This paper explores the extent and type of HRM practices adopted by Irish dairy farmers and the factors that influence their adoption. Methods A questionnaire was developed, piloted, and issued to farmers on the basis of herd size and location. Data from 203 dairy farmers who employ people were analysed to examine the adoption of different HRM practices and the influence of farm characteristics, farmer demographics and farmer attitudes on their adoption. HRM practices included compliance with employment legislation, health and safety, different approaches to recruitment, workforce management and retention. The questionnaire included one or more variables for each of these HRM practices. Where more than one variable was included, an aggregate variable was developed for that practice. Key results Whereas, overall, there was a low level of adoption of best HRM practices, farm characteristics such as herd size and number of employees had a significant influence on farmers’ adoption of compliance with employment legislation, health and safety, recruitment, workforce management and retention practices. Demographic factors such as age, level of education, and average hours worked influenced farmers compliance with employment law legislation, workforce management practices and retention practices. Conclusions The study highlighted an overall low compliance with employment legislation and low adoption of best practices in managing staff among dairy farmers in Ireland. Implications This study highlighted that improvement is needed in all areas of HRM on Irish dairy farms. The findings of this study would be useful to farm advisors who support dairy farmers in improving their management of their businesses. Overall, this study has contributed to a greater understanding of the challenges in managing people in agriculture and how certain factors influences the adoption of HRM practices on dairy farms.

Impact and Mechanism of Digital Information Selection on Farmers’ Ecological Production Technology Adoption: A Study on Wheat Farmers in China

The application of ecological techniques by farmers is important for ensuring the environmentally sustainable advancement of the grain sector. Based on micro-level survey data from 921 Chinese wheat growers in the Hebei and Henan provinces, this study employed an endogenous switching probit model and counterfactual analysis to investigate the impact and mechanisms of digital information utilization on ecological production technology adoption. The results indicated that 43.87% of sample wheat farmers had a low level of adoption of ecological techniques. The utilization of digital information significantly promoted farmers’ adoption. If farmers who currently used digital information were to opt-out, the probability of their high adoption would decrease by 11.26%. The utilization of digital information significantly enhanced the adoption of ecological technologies through three mediating factors: technological cognition, production monitoring, and market channels. Therefore, it is imperative to encourage farmers to broaden their social networks and enhance their perception of the importance of digital information. Additionally, it is essential to promote the industrialization and scale operation of wheat production, direct policy subsidies towards new types of management entities, and ensure the accuracy of the supply of digital information for green production through multiple channels. Therefore, it is imperative to expand farmers’ social networks and leverage rural communities to increase their perceived importance of digital information. Governments should increase subsidies and promote the scale and industrialization of wheat production. Moreover, the accuracy of digital information supply for sustainable production should be promoted through digital learning platforms, production monitoring systems, and e-commerce networks.

Adoption of Improved Paddy Cultivation Practices among the Farmers in Durg District, Chhattisgarh, India

The present study was conducted in Durg district of Chhattisgarh state during the years 2022–23 to study the farmers' adoption of improved paddy cultivation practices. One hundred twenty respondents were randomly selected based on the criteria that no previous study had been undertaken. Farmers were personally interviewed using a pre-tested interview schedule. The majority of respondents had a high (15.83%), medium (53.34%) and low (30.83%) adoption level, hence, there is a necessity to provide training programs through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) and the Agricultural Departments to improve paddy cultivation methods so that the farmers can enhance their adoption levels of paddy production technology. The independent variables, namely age, education, annual income, farming experience, social participation, extension contacts, land holding, economic motivation and risk orientation were positively and significantly correlated with the adoption behaviour of paddy growers towards improved paddy production practices.

Trade and technology adoption in distorted economies

This paper examines how labor market imperfections distort firm-level technology choices and alter the gains from trade in developing countries. Motivated by evidence that firms using modern technologies are disproportionately exposed to labor market distortions, we introduce firm-level technology choices and labor market distortions into an otherwise standard quantitative trade model. We then provide formulas for the welfare and labor productivity gains from trade liberalization, highlighting the role of distortions and technology choice. Our quantitative analysis reveals that labor market distortions provide a possible explanation for the inefficiently low levels of modern technology adoption in developing countries. Moreover, labor market distortions erode one-third of the potential labor productivity gains from trade liberalization among low-income countries.

Channels and Methods of Communicating Agricultural Innovations to rice farmers in the Northern Region of Ghana

Rice Farmers in Ghana have benefited from technology dissemination programmes of high-yielding crop varieties to enhance their productivity and increase their incomes. The interventions in the rice sector of Ghana have led to a reduction in poverty, and reduced rice importation into the country. Despite the expected gains from the numerous interventions, there are low levels of adoption of improved rice varieties among many farmers in Ghana, partly due to ineffectiveness of the technology dissemination methods. This study examines rice farmers’ perception of the agricultural innovation communication channels and methods used to promote improved rice varieties in northern Ghana. Primary data was randomly collected (through survey, focus group discussions and key informant interviews) from 404 rice farmers and analyzed by percentages, means, standard deviations and explanations. The farmers perceived the innovation communication channels and methods that mostly helped them to adopt improved rice varieties as the effective ones. The empirical results show that fellow farmers, researchers and extension agents, and radio were perceived to be the most effective channels of innovation communication among the rice farmers. Farm and home visits, and demonstration farms, and radio broadcasts were also considered to be the most effective innovation dissemination methods used to promote improved rice varieties in the region. It is therefore necessary that young farmers are targeted through a combination of individual, group and mass media methods, for enhancing innovation dissemination and uptake. We recommend that the Government of Ghana allocates adequate resources to make agricultural extension delivery more effective and reliable.

Knowledge and Adoption Extent of Farmers Towards Scientific Production Practices of Sugarcane in Bareilly District of Uttar Pradesh, India

The present study was conducted out in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India. The study was planned to investigate the knowledge and adoption levels of improved cultivation practices by sugarcane growers. The district Bareilly was selected purposely for the study. There are 15 blocks in the in selected district then one block was selected based on maximum production of sugarcane. From the selected block 10 villages were selected based on maximum production of sugarcane. From each selected villages, 10 respondents were randomly selected by using simple random sampling method without replacement. Thus, total 100 respondents were selected. From the study it was found that the majority of respondents 66 per cent were found to have medium level of knowledge, with 69 per cent adoption level towards improved cultivation practices of sugarcane. In may be concluded that there is favourable result obtain from the study but there is a scope for the respondents who have belongs to low level of knowledge and adoption towards improved practices of production of sugarcane so they improve their socio-economic condition.

Busting MisconSEXions: evaluation of a social media knowledge translation initiative addressing myths about sex.

There is a critical gap in sex education such that many people lack access to evidence-based and accessible information about sexuality, putting them at risk for endorsing myths about sex and in turn having poorer sexual wellbeing. To address this gap, we developed a novel social media knowledge translation initiative-MisconSEXions-to debunk common myths about sexuality. The goal of this study was twofold. First, to examine whether exposure to MisconSEXions is effective for reducing sexuality myth endorsement. Second, to evaluate the acceptability (participants' satisfaction with the content), appropriateness (the perceived fit of the content with participants), adoption (participants' intention to engage with the initiative), and penetration (participants' perception of the content's impact on their lives) of MisconSEXions among study participants. We also examined possible group differences in our observed effects by assigned sex, gender modality, and sexual orientation. A large and diverse sample (N = 2,356) of adults completed an online survey and reported on their demographics, sexuality myth endorsement before and after exposure to MisconSEXions content, and the acceptability, appropriateness, adoption, and penetration of the MisconSEXions content. We found that participants' sexuality myth endorsement was significantly lower following exposure to MisconSEXions content, and this effect held across assigned sex, gender modality, and sexual orientation groups. Regardless of participants' assigned sex, gender modality, or sexual orientation, MisconSEXions content was reported to be both acceptable and appropriate to people's lives. Participants reported relatively low levels of adoption, such that they reported reluctance to engage with the content on social media. Additionally, participants reported mixed feelings regarding the impact of the content on their lives (i.e., penetration). Overall, the findings have implications for how sexuality social media knowledge translation initiatives can fill important gaps in providing inclusive and accessible sex education.

Role adoption, anxiety, depression and loneliness in family caregivers of patients with chronic diseases.

to describe and explore the relationship of loneliness, anxiety and depression with adoption of the caregiver role among individuals caring for people with chronic diseases in Colombia. this was an exploratory and cross-sectional study involving 960 primary caregivers of individuals with chronic diseases. We applied the Caregiver Role Adoption Scale, the University of California at Los Angeles Loneliness Scale, and the Anxiety and Depression Scale. Principal component and multiple correspondence analyses were performed for clustering. among the participating caregivers, 40.8% reported experiencing depression, 59% reported anxiety, 54.6% reported moderate to severe loneliness, and 88.6% reported satisfactory adoption of the caregiver role. Caregivers who presented basic or insufficient role adoption levels tended to have higher scores for anxiety, depression and loneliness. adoption of the caregiver role is a mediator in the anxiety, depression and loneliness levels among caregivers. Strategies aimed at supporting caregivers should include training for the caregiver role to mitigate the negative impacts of anxiety, depression and loneliness. (1) More than half of the caregivers reported moderate or severe anxiety and loneliness. (2) Caregivers with low role adoption levels presented more anxiety, depression and loneliness. (3) Satisfactory adoption of the caregiver role reduces anxiety, depression and loneliness. (4) Role adoption should be intervened to reduce the impact on caregivers' mental health.

IMPACT OF TRAINING ON SYMBOLIC ADOPTION BEHAVIOR OF THE TRAINEE FARMERS ABOUT QUALITY SEED PRODUCTION

A study was conducted in 2019 - 2020 on a randomly selected 80 trainee farmers who were trained by the Department of Seed Science & Technology, B. A. College of Agriculture, Anand Agricultural University, Anand about the various aspects of Quality Seed Production. The findings revealed that before the training less than two fifth (38.75 percent) of the trainee had a very low level of symbolic adoption, followed by 18.75 percent each of them had a medium and a high level of symbolic adoption, 16.25 percent had a low and only 7.5 percent of them had a very high level of symbolic adoption, respectively. Whereas, in the case of after the training, more than two fifths (45.00 percent) of them had a high level of symbolic adoption, followed by 42.50 percent had a very high, 10 percent had a medium and 2.5 percent had a low level of symbolic adoption, respectively. However in case of effectiveness, before training program the mean score for symbolic adoption of the trainees with respect to different aspects related to Quality Seed Production was found 39.02 and it was reached to 83.08 after the training with a net gain of 44.05.

CRISIS MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ADOPTED BY CUMIN GROWERS

Cumin is important cash crop. However, its production is most uncertain and fluctuates violently from year to year due to various crisis like the extreme variations in the climatic conditions, occurrence of number of disease mainly powdery mildew, blight and wilt as well as man-made factors. The present study was confined to “ex-post-facto” research design. The multistage sampling technique was used for selection of respondents. From each of three selected district viz.;Banaskantha, Patan and Kutch of North-West Agro-Climatic Zone two talukas having highest cumin area and production were selected. Three villages from each taluka and from each village, fifteen cumin growers were selected randomly. Thus, total 270 cumin growers were selected for the study. The result of the study revealed that majority (83.33%) of the cumin growers had medium to low level of knowledge about crisis management practices, while great majority (87.04%) of cumin growers had medium to low level of adoption about crisis management practices. Majority of the cumin growers had knowledge as well as adoption of practices viz., seed is safe from spuriousness and adulteration, deep ploughing before sowing, safe from soil erosion and postpone the irrigation during cloudy weather, unseasonal rainfall or when the sign of disease appear.

Adoption of Recommended Practices of Tapioca by the Eri Silkworm Rearers of Udalguri, Assam, India

The study was carried out in the Udalguri district of Assam in the year 2021–2022 with a sample size of 120 to know the adoption of recommended practices of tapioca cultivation by the eri silkworm rearer. Udalguri district is well known for its traditional eri silkworm rearing. It is not only an important component of the people's traditions, but it also has the ability to create sustainable livelihood for rural residents. The data were collected from 6 (six) sericultural circles from the 3 (three) development blocks of Udalguri district viz., Udalguri block, Rowta block and Mazbat block by using personal interview method and a structured schedule. It was observed from the study that 75 per cent of respondents had medium level of adoption of scientific tapioca cultivation, whereas 15 per cent of the eri rearer had low level of adoption and only 10 per cent of them showed high level of adoption of scientific tapioca cultivation practices. It is imperative to conclude from the study that eri industry is strong enough to establish a distinctive identity in the study area. Tapioca cultivation involves simple scientific technology which is easy to understand and adopt. Hence, the study recommended that the rearers need to be encouraged towards the adoption of scientific recommended practices of tapioca to achieve better production and income generation.

Adoption of Turmeric Cultivation Practices by Turmeric Growers

Background: Maharashtra state in India ranks sixth in area under turmeric cultivation and Sangli, Hingoli, Nanded, Parbhani, Chandrapur are the major turmeric growing districts of Maharashtra. Recently since last few years the area under turmeric crop of Washim district in Vidarbha region is increasing day by day. In Washim district of Maharashtra state, the area and production of turmeric is 1150 ha. and 23000 tones, with productivity 20 tones per hectare. There is great potential to increase production of this crop in future, if growers are oriented towards entrepreneurship and adoption of modern technology. Hence the present study was undertaken to study the adoption level of turmeric growers about recommended turmeric cultivation practices. Methods: The study was conducted in Washim district of Maharashtra state with the objective to study the adoption of the recommended turmeric cultivation practices by the turmeric growers. Exploratory research design of social research was used. In all, 120 respondents from 12 villages of Malegaon and Risod tehsils from Washim district were selected by random sampling method. The data were collected by person interview method. Result: Findings of the study revealed that, majority of respondents of turmeric growers (63.33%) having medium level of adoption about turmeric cultivation practices followed by 27.5 per cent of the respondents were found low level of adoption and only 9.16 per cent of the respondents were found in high level of adoption category. The selected characteristics of turmeric growers i.e. Land holding, area under turmeric crop, annual income, scientific orientation and knowledge had positive and significant relationship at 0.01 per cent level of probability with adoption. Whereas, farming experience found negative significant relationship at 0.01, per cent level of probability with adoption of turmeric growers. Age, education, source of irrigation had positive and non-significant relationship with adoption level. While only extension contact had positive and significant relation at 0.05 per cent level of probability with their adoption.