A Comparative Analysis of Production and Marketing of Bt Cotton and Hybrid Cotton in Saurashtra Region of Gujarat State
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The study has revealed that the total cost per hectare is higher in Bt
cotton than hybrid cotton. The cost of seeds has been found higher in Bt
cotton, whereas hybrid cotton growers incur more cost on insecticides/
pesticides. This shows the effectiveness of the new technology (Bt cotton)
for insect resistance. The average total cost of production as well as the
bulk line cost have been found lower in Bt cotton. This depicts a reduction
in the unit cost of Bt cotton, which is the distinct advantage of the new
technology. A higher yield of 29 per cent has been obtained by the Bt
cotton farmers over the hybrid cotton growers. The study has identified
the constraints in production, and marketing of Bt cotton in the area. Bt
cotton has been found a superior technology to hybrid cotton, as it gives
higher yield and has low cost of production.