Agrarian crisis and diversification strategy for sustainable agricultural development in Punjab

The present paper examine the growth and prospects of agricultural sector in the state of Punjab by utilizing secondary data sources pertaining to different time periods. The results of the study revealed that cropping pattern in the state of Punjab did not experience any significant transformation and remained highly favourable towards the production of wheat and paddy during the studied period. The study also examines the importance of horticulture sector in the state of Punjab. On the basis of the findings the study suggest that special efforts are required to promote horticultural activities in the state and bring more area under other crops except wheat and paddy.