EVALUATING TECHNO-ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF IRRIGATION SYSTEMS IN PUNJAB, PAKISTAN; A BETA-REGRESSION APPROACH
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https://doi.org/10.63468/Keywords:
Conventional irrigation, solar irrigation, economic efficiency, technical efficiency, sustainable agriculture, water scarcityAbstract
Water scarcity is a global concern of today’s world. It raises questions about agriculture irrigation practices. Efficient and sustainable irrigation practices are required to overcome this major problem. This study proposes the efficiency comparison of solar-powered irrigation with conventional methods of irrigation in the district of Hafizabad. It focuses on both technical and economic parameters. The proposed region is water-scarce and to adoption of a solar irrigation system could be sustainable to overcome the leading problem of water scarcity. Solar irrigation practices could enhance agriculture productivity as well. This study focuses Beta-Regression to understand efficiencies relation deep with independent variables. In this study, a mixed-method approach employed. The proposed study integrates quantitative data from the survey with qualitative data insights from the local officials. This study is intended not only to highlight key potential advantages of solar irrigation but also to provide important policy recommendations as well. Its ultimate focus is to uplift farmer's socio-economic status by promoting sustainable practices of irrigation in agriculture.
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