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Impact of the degree of agricultural green production technology adoption on income: evidence from Sichuan citrus growers

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  • Yuying Liu

    (Sichuan Agricultural University
    Sichuan Agricultural University)

  • Rubin Chen

    (Sichuan Agricultural University)

  • Yufan Chen

    (Sichuan Agricultural University)

  • Tinglei Yu

    (Sichuan Agricultural University)

  • Xinhong Fu

    (Sichuan Agricultural University)

Abstract

Enhancing farmers’ adoption of agricultural green production technology (AGPT) is crucial for the green transformation of the agricultural sector. Obtaining additional income is the primary motivation for farmers to adopt AGPTs. Therefore, clarifying the relationship between AGPTs’ adoption degree and income will facilitate the possibility of farmers’ adoption of AGPTs. Based on research data obtained from 805 citrus farmers in Sichuan Province, this study examines the impact of the degree of AGPT adoption on farmers’ income and its mechanisms using the inverse probability weighted regression adjustment (IPWRA) model. These findings indicate: (1) The greater the degree of adoption of AGPTs by farmers, the more pronounced the impact on income increase. Using 1, 2, and 3 AGTs can increase farmers’ income from citrus sales by 7.1, 10.5, and 19.8 percentage points, respectively. (2) The adoption of AGPTs leads to increased income through higher yields and sales prices, which offset the incurred costs. (3) Market channels and farmers’ operating scales can affect the revenue effect of AGPT adoption. (4) Factors (i.e., education level, physical health status, and cultivation area) can affect farmers’ adoption of AGPTs. This study presents policy recommendations based on the above conclusions, aiming to guide the government in promoting AGPTs and advancing agricultural green transformation.

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  • Yuying Liu & Rubin Chen & Yufan Chen & Tinglei Yu & Xinhong Fu, 2024. "Impact of the degree of agricultural green production technology adoption on income: evidence from Sichuan citrus growers," Palgrave Communications, Palgrave Macmillan, vol. 11(1), pages 1-12, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palcom:v:11:y:2024:i:1:d:10.1057_s41599-024-03693-z
    DOI: 10.1057/s41599-024-03693-z
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