International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Aditya Singh, NR Meena, RK Doharey, Ritesh Singh, Abhinav Singh, Alok Kumar and Goldee Yadav

abstract
This study examined the socio-economic profile of wheat growers in Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India. A descriptive research design was employed, with data collected through structured interviews from a sample of 200 randomly selected farmers across 20 villages. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation, frequencies, and percentages) were used to analyze variables such as age, education, caste, family, landholding, income, and behavioral traits. The results indicate that most wheat growers are middle-aged (mean age ? 49.7 years) and literate, with moderate family sizes. The majority belong to General and Other Backward classes, and nearly 90% are Hindu. Income levels are predominantly in the medium range (1.68-3.91 lakh INR), and landholdings are mostly small (1-2 ha) or marginal (<1 ha). Social participation is relatively low (59% have no organizational affiliation). Attitudinal measures show that most farmers have moderate risk orientation, scientific orientation, and economic motivation. In terms of information sources, local informal networks (family, neighbors) and modern media (mobile phones, internet) are highly influential, whereas traditional formal channels (block officials, demonstrations) are less utilized. These findings suggest that wheat growers in Azamgarh have diverse socio-economic characteristics and varying access to resources. Policy interventions should be tailored to their specific needs to enhance productivity and food security.