Author:
Muhammad Usman, Minli Yang, Li Zhuo, Akash Hussain Soomro

Doi: 10.26480/faer.01.2024.51.55

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This study evaluates the economic impact of mechanization adoption in rice farming within the Gujranwala district of Punjab in 2024. A total of 150 rice farmers were surveyed using a structured questionnaire and categorized into mechanized and non-mechanized groups based on their use of machinery. Cost and revenue assessment were carried out for both groups, the comparison of average costs and revenues between mechanized and non-mechanized farmers was performed using a t-test through SPSS software. The mean production cost was estimated to be PKR 84,080.34 per acre. It was found that land preparation, harvesting and threshing, and human labor costs were significantly higher in non-mechanized farming. Mechanized farms had a lower average total cost of production compared to non-mechanized farms. The average revenue from rice production was significantly higher for mechanized farmers (PKR 165,142/acre) compared to nonmechanized farmers (PKR 151,823.33/acre). Additionally, mechanized farms demonstrated a higher net profit and benefit-cost (B:C) ratio (1.56) compared to non-mechanized farms (1.36). The findings demonstrate that mechanized rice farming has lower production costs and higher yields, which increase overall profitability. Therefore, the adoption of mechanization for rice cultivation in the Gujranwala district is strongly recommended.