Adoption Pattern of Rice Parachute Technology by Farmers in Phitsanulok Province

Abstract

This study aimed evaluate for an adoption pattern of rice parachute technology by farms in Phitsanulok province. The sample group in this study was rice parachute farmers suggested by office of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperative, Phitsanulok province. In-depth interview was conducted with 6 master rice parachute farmers in Phitsanulok province. Also, focus group discussion was held among 25 personals of 12 farmer supporting agencies. Findings showed that adoption pattern of rice parachute technology of farmers in Phitsanulok province consisted of 5 components: 1) attitude of the farmers toward rice parachute technology; 2) content of the rice parachute technology; 3) method of acquiring the rice parachute technology; 4) supporting factors and components; and 5) result of acceptance and practice of parachute farming by farmers. Outcomes of this study can be used as a basic information to be applied in an extension and policy planning program appropriate for Phitsanulok province in order to increase the efficiency of rice production by farmers.