PROBLEMS AND FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ADOPTION OF MICRO-IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR CROP CULTIVATION IN BANDARAWELA DSD, BADULLA

Abstract

This study was done to determine the factors influence on the adoption of MIS and the problems faced by the farmers in practicing MIS for vegetable cultivation at Bandarawela Divisional Secretariat division of Badulla District. A field survey was done with randomly selected 60 farmers using structured questionnaire, direct observations as well as personal interview. Results indicated that extent of crop cultivated under MIS is very less than the areas irrigated with NON MIS. High water use efficiency and ease of maintenance and less labour availability are some of the reasons behind the shift from NON MIS to MIS. However, lack of capital, knowledge and poor water quality are the major factors influencing on the adoption MIS in the study area. Therefore, the study suggests that regular extension services, training programs and supply of subsidies for establishing MIS will motivate the farmers for the adoption of MIS in the study area