Manpreet Kaur
Ph.D. Research Scholar
Centre for Economic Studies
Central University of Punjab, Bathinda
Pavneet Kaur
Ph.D. Research Scholar
Centre for Economic Studies
Central University of Punjab, Bathinda
Abstract
This paper examines the structural changes in the landholding pattern during the post-reform period in context of operational holdings, forms of tenancy, cropping pattern and cropping intensity in Punjab. The results indicate that sharp inequalities exist in distribution of operational landholdings in Punjab as around 34 per cent of the marginal and small operational landholdings were found to possess only 9.35 per cent of area whereas about 35 per cent of medium and large holdings were acquired near about 69 per cent of the operated area. The state has potential to grow region specific crops as 99.9 per cent of the net sown area is irrigated. The public sector supported strategy is required to achieve the goal of agricultural development along with ecological sustainability.
Key Words: Operational Holdings, Cropping Intensity, Leased-in, Irrigation, Structural Transformation.
