A Stem-Based Analysis of Farmer’s Attitude Concerning Organic Farming in Nigeria (A Case Study of Borno State)

Organic farming is gaining acceptance all over the world due to associated benefits of quality food, enhanced soil health, environment protection, conservation of natural resources and taking care of human health. However, concern is whether farmers will change their farming systems which they have been practicing from long and shift to organic farming. The attitude and perceptions of farmers on organic farming systems have an impact on their behavioral tendencies. Consequently, the attitude is being shaped by various factors which stand as driving and restraining forces for the desired change. Boost to organic farming is important for sustainable agriculture. Various factors like profitability, cost, consumers demand, impact on health, availability of fertile soil, community co-operation, government initiatives and support affect the adoption of organic farming practices. This research paper aims to analyse the factors which influence the inclination and adoption of organic farming by small and marginal farmers in India using STEM-based approach and ANOVA. 483 farmers comprising of fruit, cereal and vegetable growers have been taken for the survey and structured questionnaire has been used. The result may help the government/policy makers to take such decisions which will increase organic farming and long-term benefits in terms of good health and economic growth