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Kalpesh Kumar

Publications (12)

Identifying, Mapping, and Analyzing Stakeholders of Tomato Value Chain

Shaik Reshma Sulthana, Kalpesh Kumar & Snehal Mishra · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2024

The research aims to optimize the efficiency of tomato value chain by mapping and analyzing various stakeholders. The study was taken as a part of the Research work of MBA (Agribusiness) carried out at Madanapalli taluka of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh. The complete resear...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i72596

Revealed Comparative Advantage and Market Retention Analysis of India’s Marine Product Exports

Parth Mathukia, Shilpa Trivedi, Kalpesh Kumar & Chetan Lakhlani · Advances in Research · 2026

Aims: To analyse the competitiveness and structural shifts in India's marine product exports over 2004-05 to 2023-24, addressing the gap in understanding long-run market transition patterns using RCA and Markov Chain techniques. Study Design: Quantitative analytical study based o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2026/v27i31629

Identification of Mutation Point and Trend Analysis of Area, Production and Yield of Wheat Crop in Gujarat, India

Y. H. Oganja, H. Y. Maheta, Kalpesh Kumar & C. R. Bharodia · Asian Research Journal of Agriculture · 2024

The study aimed to identify mutation points and analyze trends in wheat cultivation in Gujarat from 1973-74 to 2022-23 using time series data on wheat area, production, and yield obtained from the CMIE. Non-parametric methods, including Pettitt’s test, the Standard Normal Homogen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arja/2024/v17i4510

Factors Influencing Farmers Purchase Intention toward Insecticides of Rajkot District, India

Y. H. Oganja, H. Y. Maheta, Kalpesh Kumar & C. R. Bharodia · Archives of Current Research International · 2024

The present study was conducted to identify the factors influencing farmers purchase intention toward insecticide of Rajkot district. A multi-stage random sampling method was used to select the samples during the actual survey. Total 120 insecticide users were selected randomly f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2024/v24i8849

Discriminant Analysis of Plant Growth Regulators among Vegetable Growers in Junagadh District of Gujarat, India

Niraj Kumar, H. Y. Maheta, Kalpesh Kumar & C. R. Bharodia · Asian Research Journal of Agriculture · 2024

In an agrarian economy like ours, farming productivity is of vital importance for farmers' economic wellbeing and national prosperity. The differential adoption of PGRs among horticulturists can offer insights into broader agricultural practices. Understanding PGR use in vegetabl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arja/2024/v17i4503

Perception towards Plant Growth Regulators among Vegetable Growers in Junagadh District of Gujarat, India

Niraj Kumar, H. Y. Maheta, Kalpesh Kumar & C. R. Bharodia · Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research · 2024

Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are chemical substances that govern various aspects of development and growth in plants. The application of PGRs to crops can modify hormonal balance and growth, leading to increased yield, enhanced crop tolerance to abiotic stress, and improved phy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaar/2024/v24i8539

Determinants of Customer Retention in Chickpea Seed Markets: Insights from Surendranagar District, Gujarat, India

Gaurang Chauhan, C. R. Bharodia, H. Y. Maheta & Kalpesh Kumar · Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research · 2025

Chickpea cultivation plays a vital role in the agricultural economy. Understanding the factors that drive customer retention in chickpea seed markets is essential for shaping effective marketing strategies and policy interventions tailored to local farming practices. Therefore, t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaar/2025/v25i9667

Identification of Mutation Point and Trend in Export of Indian Groundnut

Radhika J. Bani, H. Y. Maheta, C. R. Bharodia & Kalpesh Kumar · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2025

The study aimed to identify structural mutation points and analyze long-term trends in India’s groundnut exports from 2005 to 2024 using time series data on export quantity and value sourced from Trade Map. Pettitt’s test, Buishand’s range test, and the Standard Normal Homogeneit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jaeri/2025/v26i5700

Constraints Faced by Bt Cotton Seed Companies in Gujarat: A Comprehensive Analysis

Y. H. Nariya, C. R. Bharodia, H. Y. Maheta, Kalpesh Kumar, D. J. Patel & Niraj Kumar · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2024

India's cotton industry is crucial to the economy, providing raw material for 75% of the textile industry and employing millions. Despite having the largest area under cotton cultivation globally, India faces challenges such as low productivity due to rain-fed farming. To address...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2024/v10i4331

Assessment of Farmer’s Attitude towards Drip and Traditional Irrigation System in Junagadh District, Gujarat

A. B. Parmar, C. R. Bharodia, H. Y. Maheta & Kalpesh Kumar · Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research · 2024

Cotton (Gossypium herbaceum) is a leading natural fiber crop that is cultivated for its soft, fluffy staple fiber. Drip irrigation is a method of irrigation wherein water is carried to the plant under low pressure, through small diameter plastic pipes and delivered at the root zo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaar/2024/v24i10556

Analysis of Marketing Channels, Price Spread and Costs of Wheat in Junagadh District of Gujarat, India

P. R. Vasoya, H. Y. Maheta, C. R. Bharodia & Kalpesh Kumar · Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research · 2024

The purpose of this study was to estimate the price spread, marketing margin and marketing cost of wheat in the Junagadh district. The present study was carried out in Junagadh district. Multi-stage sampling technique was adopted as per the objective of study and total 120 farmer...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaar/2024/v24i9547

Bridging the Gap: Factors Influencing Farmers' Willingness and Behaviour in Biopesticide Application

Kishan N. Pithiya, Hiten Y. Maheta, Chirag R. Bharodia & Kalpesh Kumar · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2024

Replacing chemical pesticides with biopesticides is crucial for ensuring high-quality agricultural products and advancing environmental sustainability. This study examines farmers’ willingness and behaviors regarding the use of biopesticides. A survey of 127 farmers in Junagadh d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jaeri/2024/v25i5623