Abstract

Performance and Growth of Cotton Farming in Karnataka: An Economic Analysis

Roopa M. N

Volume: 15 Issue: 4 2025

Abstract:

Cotton is a crop of paramount economic importance to India, holding a significant position in both the agricultural and industrial sectors by supplying the basic raw material to the textile industry. India is a globally recognized cotton producer, ranking 4th in the world. Amidst India’s vast agro-ecological diversity that sustains numerous crops crucial for food, nutrition, and economic security, cotton maintains a strategic role in the country's international agriculture. In Karnataka, cotton cultivation is a vital agro-based industry that significantly contributes to allied agricultural activities. This study examines the performance, growth, and development of cotton production in both India and Karnataka. This study adopted a time-series methodology, collecting data from 2008–09 to 2019–20. The analysis specifically focused on examining the relationship between the area under cotton cultivation and total cotton production in Karnataka. The study found a strong positive correlation between the area under cotton cultivation and cotton production in Karnataka. The mean values of area and production were 151.97 and 226.51, respectively, with standard deviations of 36.42 and 87.25. The Pearson correlation coefficient was calculated as 0.867, leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. This indicates a significant positive relationship between the area cultivated and cotton production in the state.

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