Author(s): Suman Gupta, Sachin Srivastava and KK Singh

Abstract: This study investigates the resource use efficiency in Kala Namak (black salt) production in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, focusing on the agricultural year 2021-2022. Employing a multistage stratified purposive cum random sampling technique, the research selected the district, blocks, villages, and respondents. Six villages were randomly chosen from a list of all villages in the Sahajanwa and Campierganj blocks. Respondents were categorized into three strata based on landholding size: Marginal (below 1 ha.), Small (1-2 ha.), and Medium (2-4 ha.). The study encompassed 60 respondents with average land holdings of 0.548, 1.517, and 3.630 hectares for the Marginal, Small, and Medium categories, respectively. Primary data were collected through scheduled surveys conducted via personal interviews. The Marginal Value Product (MVP) analysis was employed to assess the efficiency of resource use, revealing that MVP exceeded one in most cases, signifying potential opportunities for further investment in variable inputs to optimize income. The study sheds light on the intricacies of resource utilization in Kala Namak production, offering insights that can inform decision-making processes for farmers in similar agro-economic contexts. This research contributes to the existing body of knowledge on agricultural resource management and can serve as a valuable reference for policymakers, agricultural practitioners, and researchers interested in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of Kala Namak production systems in the region.

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