Vol. 12, Special Issue 9 (2023)

Author(s):
Meenal Chand, Dr. MK Deshmukh and Dr. VK Choudhary

Abstract:
This study aims to examine the consumption pattern of fertilizers in the agro-climatic zones of Chhattisgarh, India, with a specific focus on analyzing variations by season. By investigating the fertilizer usage trends in different seasons and agro-climatic zones, this research seeks to provide insights into the agricultural practices and resource management strategies employed in the region. To achieve this objective, historical data on fertilizer consumption in Chhattisgarh's various agro-climatic zones were collected and analyzed. The dataset encompassed multiple years and encompassed both seasonal and annual fertilizer usage information. The consumption patterns were examined with respect to the different Seasons viz., kharif and Rabi. The study is based on secondary data, which was obtained from Directorate of Agricultural, Chhattisgarh covering the period 2011-12 to 2020-21.