Farmers Perception of Land Degradation-A Case Study

A Case Study P K Joshi S P Wani V K Chopde J Foster Top soil erosion is a serious problem threatening the sustainability of rainfed agriculture in the semi-arid tropics. Yet, farmers do not take strong measures to prevent soil loss. This study, covering farmers in a watershed in Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, attempts to assess farmers' perception of land degradation and examine their actions to alleviate its perceived effects.