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131 gap statements mined from Agricultural Economics and Practices papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,203 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • Based on the findings, the following recommendations are suggested: 1. Focus on technology-driven productivity — Adoption of high-yielding seed varieties and mechanization should be expanded. Enhance irrigation infrastructure — Targeted water resource management can reduce yield variability. Promote balanced crop diversification — Encourage both food and cash crops to maintain economic stability.

    Comparative Statistical Analysis of Major Crop Productivity in Maharashtra · 2026 · DOI

  • The need to examine the impact of modern farming practices on agricultural biodiversity and sustainability. The need to develop sustainable practices to enhance environmental sustainability.

    Assessment of mechanized farming on agricultural biodiversity and sustainability in India: A study in the Context of Viksit Bharat · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand the diversity of Orthoptera in crop systems of district Sialkot, Pakistan. There is a lack of information on the economic importance of Orthoptera insects.

    Diversity, Abundance, and Pest Potential of Orthoptera in Agricultural Crops of a Subtropical Region of Pakistan · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can be conducted to analyze the outreach of the PDS in other districts of Haryana. Future research can be conducted to evaluate the impact of the PDS on food security in Mewat district.

    The outreach of the public distribution system in Mewat district of Haryana state, India · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a need to update the criteria for identifying beneficiaries.

    The outreach of the public distribution system in Mewat district of Haryana state, India · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited access to improved seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides. Traditional irrigation practices and limited use of modern technologies. Marketing constraints and lack of storage facilities.

    Assessment of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Cultivation and Its Economic Importance in Helmand Province, Afghanistan · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of understanding of population dynamics in urban areas. The need for a new insight into the relative analysis of population growth across any space.

    A Regression Analysis of Population Packing in the Municipal Corporations of West Bengal with Special Reference to Durgapur Municipal Corporation · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of studies on the trends in area, production, and productivity of millets in Karnataka. There is a need to understand the socio-economic conditions of millet-growing farm households in Chamarajanagara district. There is a gap in the literature on the cost of cultivation and returns from millet farming in the study area.

    AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF MILLETS IN KARNATAKA — SPECIAL REFERENCE TO CHAMARAJANAGARA DISTRICT · 2026 · DOI

  • Further research can be done to develop more accurate models for forecasting castor prices. Further research can be done to apply the hybrid time series model to other agricultural commodities.

    Modelingand Forecasting Castor Price Dynamics in Andhra Pradesh · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for accurate price forecasts for castor oilseeds. There is a lack of comparative analysis of different models for forecasting castor prices.

    Modelingand Forecasting Castor Price Dynamics in Andhra Pradesh · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of understanding of the impact of social welfare schemes on farmers' livelihoods in Subarnapur district, Odisha. There is a need to address crop loss due to wildlife attacks, which is a significant challenge for farmers in the district.

    Livelihood Pattern of Farmers: A Study on the Impact of Social Welfare Schemes on Their Agriculture in Subarnapur District of Odisha · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited consumer awareness and lack of organised markets are challenges affecting the commercial growth of microgreens.

    MICROGREENS AGRIPRENEURSHIP IN KERALA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited attention has been given to understanding the role of microgreens as an Agripreneurial opportunity, particularly in the Kerala context. There is a need for research on consumer acceptance, business models, profitability, technology adoption, and policy support for developing sustainable microgreens enterprises.

    MICROGREENS AGRIPRENEURSHIP IN KERALA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of data on variety-wise area coverage in India. The paper identifies a gap in the estimation of the genetic improvement index of HYVs. The study seeks to address the gap in the assessment of IRRI's germplasm contribution to varietal development in India.

    Varietal development and rice yield growth in India: assessing IRRI’s germplasm contribution · 2026 · DOI

  • The dairy industry's growth and development have not been evenly distributed across states, with significant regional disparities in production and distribution. The industry's challenges, such as fodder shortages and rising feed costs, need to be addressed through targeted policies and interventions.

    Growth and Structural Dynamics of Dairy Industry in India: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can be conducted to assess the economic viability of ginger cultivation in other regions. The impact of government initiatives on the economic viability of ginger cultivation can be studied.

    Ginger cultivation in the Shivalik foothills: An economic assessment of production and constraints · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand the temporal and spatial dimensions of foodgrain area, production, and productivity in Karnataka. There is a lack of region-specific foodgrain development policies.

    Geo-Spatial Analysis of Area and Production of Foodgrain Sector in Karnataka: A Trend Analysis · 2026 · DOI

  • The presence of good agricultural productivity alone is not enough to ensure regional prosperity. The region requires an integrated regional planning process that connects agriculture production with processing capacity and environmental sustainability.

    Strategic Planning for Agro-Industrial Growth: An Integrated Regional Framework for Bargarh District · 2026 · DOI

  • The study was limited to selected villages of Lashkar Gah City and the Garmser and Nawah districts of Helmand Province. The sample size was relatively small, with 37 farmers interviewed. The study relied on self-reported data from farmers, which may be subject to biases.

    Assessment of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Cultivation and Its Economic Importance in Helmand Province, Afghanistan · 2026 · DOI

  • This study reveals a persistent structural divide in Rajasthan’s cereal production: irrigated, technology-intensive crops (Wheat, Maize, Barley) have achieved sustained yield-led growth, while rainfed coarse cereals (Jowar, Bajra) remain constrained by area dependence and climatic vulnerability in the state’s semi-arid environment.

    Multivariate Clustering and Decomposition of Cereal Production in Rajasthan: Insights for Agricultural Policy · 2026 · DOI

  • The present study demonstrates that the Lepcha agroecological calendar is more than a traditional farming calendar; it represents a dynamic biocultural knowledge system that integrates ecological observation, sustainable resource use, and cultural practices.

    Traditional agroecological calendar, phenology, and biotic indicators among the Lepchas of Sikkim, Eastern Himalaya · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited attention to economic impacts and adaptability of climate resilient farming. Input cost reduction and farm resilience.

    ASSESSING EFFECTIVENESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF CLIMATE RESILIENT FARMING AMONG SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN WAYANAD DISTRICT, KERALA · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited attention was given to the economic impacts and adaptability of the climate resilient farming among smallholder farmers. The study aims to assess the economic benefits, adaptability, and effectiveness of climate resilient farming among farmers in Wayanad District, Kerala.

    ASSESSING EFFECTIVENESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF CLIMATE RESILIENT FARMING AMONG SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN WAYANAD DISTRICT, KERALA · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the existing literature on district-level empirical evidence on the growth trends in area, production, and productivity of major horticultural crops.

    Assessing Status and Area, Production and Productivity of Fruits and Vegetables in Goalpara District of Assam, India, Using Compound Growth Rate (CGR) · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the literature on the economic returns to sugarcane varietal research. The study aims to fill this gap by evaluating the economic returns to sugarcane varietal research using the benefit-cost ratio and internal rate of return.

    Social Returns to Sugarcane Varietal Innovation: Evidence from Economic Surplus Analysis in Andhra Pradesh, India · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a need to understand the diversity of Orthoptera in crop systems of district Sialkot, Pakistan (“Diversity, Abundance, and Pest Potential of Orthoptera in Agricultural Crops of…”, 2026); (2) Future research can be conducted to analyze the outreach of the PDS in other districts of Haryana (“The outreach of the public distribution system in Mewat district of Haryana…”, 2026); (3) The lack of understanding of population dynamics in urban areas (“A Regression Analysis of Population Packing in the Municipal Corporations of…”, 2026); (4) There is a lack of studies on the trends in area, production, and productivity of millets in Karnataka (“AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF MILLETS IN KARNATAKA — SPECIAL REFERENCE TO…”, 2026); (5) There is a need for accurate price forecasts for castor oilseeds (“Modelingand Forecasting Castor Price Dynamics in Andhra Pradesh”, 2026). 131 gap statements have been mined from Agricultural Economics and Practices papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 1,203 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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