Crop Farmers’ Perception On The Impact Of Digital Technology On Productivity And Income In Sabon Gari Local Government Area Of Kaduna State.

Abstract:

This study investigates the perceptions of crop farmers in Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State, regarding the impact of digital technology on agricultural productivity and income. With the rapid advancement of digital tools in agriculture, including precision farming, mobile applications, and digital marketplaces, the potential for enhancing productivity and income has never been greater. However, challenges such as limited infrastructure, digital literacy, and cost barriers continue to impede widespread adoption. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 148 crop farmers, assessing their awareness, adoption, and perceived impacts of digital technology on farming practices. The study reveals that while many farmers recognize the benefits of digital tools in optimizing resources and improving crop yields, adoption remains low due to high costs and limited access to necessary technologies. The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve infrastructure, provide affordable digital tools, and enhance training programs. These measures could help to increase the adoption of digital technology and thereby improve the productivity and income of farmers in the region.