The impact of crop diversification towards high-value crops on economic welfare of agricultural households in eastern India

Not AvailableNot AvailablEastern India is among the most backward regions of the country with underutilized agricultural potential. Diversification towards high-value crops can be a promising strategy to enhance farmers’ economic welfare in the region. The present study analyses the major determinants and impact of crop diversification towards high-value crops on farmers’ economic welfare in the region using large farm household-level data and advanced matching estimation methods. The findings reveal that cultivation of high-value crops plays a significant role in enhancing farm income, consumption expenditure and reducing poverty. Growers need to allocate at least 40% area for highvalue crops to have significant income enhancement and poverty reduction.eNot Availabl