| dc.description.abstract | Even though Capsicum Chinese (Hot
Pepper) has been recognized as a profitable crop
for contract farming in all over the world, Sri Lanka
has not yet recognized its economic value and this
sector remains unexplored yet. Therefore, this
study was conducted to identify the factors
affecting the shifting from current cultivation to
Hot Pepper cultivation. This research survey study
was carried out using a pre-tested questionnaire
for 70 vegetable farmers in Minuwangoda. The
sample was selected using simple random
sampling method. Collected data were analysed
using descriptive and inferential statistics. The
findings of this study revealed that market
potential and agro climatic compatibility are the
main factors that impact on farmers’ preference on
Hot Pepper cultivation on contract basis.
Furthermore, the present study revealed that price,
quality, timeliness, quantity, proximity and
credibility of seed source and crop performance
affect while purchasing the seeds from the
company in contract farming. Moreover, a fixed
price, market assurance, profit, quality standards,
transportation and legal framework are
requirements demanded by the farmers. According
to the findings, the study provides significant
insights to plan a sustainable contract farming
system for Hot Pepper cultivation with suitable
policy initiatives. Key recommendations of this
research study include, providing extension
services, remedies for diseases, free trials, proper
responses to farmer inquiries and flexible
agreements, which are required to enhance and
sustain Hot Pepper cultivation along with contract
farming system. | en_US |
