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Adoption and risk‐reducing effects of mixed cropping: Evidence from India

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  • Hardeep Singh
  • Poonam Rani

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This article explores two interrelated issues: (i) investigating the socioeconomic factors influencing the adoption of mixed cropping, irrespective of the crop combinations chosen by farmers across different seasons, and (ii) evaluating the role of mixed cropping in adapting to extreme delays in monsoon onset. Utilizing a panel data fixed effects regression framework, the study highlights that household‐level factors, including area under cultivation, irrigated land, participation in agricultural organizations, and nonfarm income, significantly drive the adoption of mixed cropping. The Correlated Random Effects model findings reveal that although mixed cropping does not have a substantial impact on average revenue, it is effective in reducing crop losses caused by extreme delays in monsoon onset. Adopting such practices can enhance food security and mitigate the effects of weather shocks.

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  • Hardeep Singh & Poonam Rani, 2025. "Adoption and risk‐reducing effects of mixed cropping: Evidence from India," Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 47(3), pages 1119-1138, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:apecpp:v:47:y:2025:i:3:p:1119-1138
    DOI: 10.1002/aepp.13514
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