September 21, 2026 | Business News This Week |
A Nagaland University study has highlighted the need for location-specific agricultural extension strategies to increase adoption of sustainable practices among pineapple growers in Nagaland, India. Pineapple is cultivated across all districts of the state, but farmers face challenges in production, marketing, post-harvest management, and long-term resource sustainability.
The study assessed sustainable practices across four areas: agronomic practices, resource management, pest and disease management, and post-harvest management. Researchers found that adoption varies between districts and is influenced by three main factors: land use and income, farmer motivation, and access to extension services.
Practices such as intercropping, mixed cropping, organic nutrient management, soil and water conservation, appropriate input use, and crop-residue management were identified as important for maintaining soil health and improving resource efficiency and resilience.
The researchers recommend district-specific training, field demonstrations, farmer-to-farmer extension, technical guidance, and regular follow-up. They also emphasize integrating sustainability awareness into existing horticultural programmes to address climate change, soil degradation, nutrient depletion, and other pressures on natural resources.
