Comparative Economic Analysis of Wheat Production Using Certified and Uncertified Seed: The Case of Ovcepole Region in Republic of Macedonia

The use of certified seeds of improved varieties is one of the basic factors towards increasing productivity and quality in crop production, consequently raising the income of the farmer. In this study the economical benefit of the wheat production using certified and uncertified seed in the region of Ovcepole in Republic of Macedonia, have been evaluated by using data collected by using pre-tested interview schedule, applying face– to–face interview method. The average productivity in wheat farming using certified seeds is 22,5 % higher than production with uncertified seeds. The total production costs in wheat production using certified seeds are 11,3 % higher compared to the wheat production using certified seeds. Gross margin in wheat production using certified seeds is 36 % higher compared to wheat production using uncertified seeds. Net profit per hectare in wheat farming using certified seeds is 26,5 % higher compared to wheat production using uncertified seeds