7. Laser Levelling Technology for Sustainable Irrigation in Sangrur: An Economic Analysis

Sustainable agriculture provides profitability while balancing the requirements of the present and future generations. This study analyses the economic impact of Laser Levelling Technology (LLT) upon water productivity, associated cost, and crop yield in the case of the wheat crop from the Sangrur district. It also attempts to understand the socio-economic determinants of the adoption of farm households. The analysis is based on secondary and primary data, and also a comparative study. The primary data comprised a limited sample of 56 farm households, with 36 adopting this technology and 20 serving as the control group. The analysis of data establishes that the farmers who had adopted this technique realized better water productivity, saved on the front of cost, and realized better returns. Moreover, highly educated and large farm households have adopted more of the latest irrigation techniques. The study, overall, argued for the adoption of this technology with apparent benefits. Therefore, the government needs to adopt policies and incentives aimed at water use to ensure the sustainable development of the agricultural sector.