Utility of e-peek pahani mobile app as perceived by the user farmers

Abstract

The present study was undertaken with objectives to find out the utility of E-Peek Pahani mobile app as perceived by users and to find out the problems faced by the user’s farmer in usages of E-Peek Pahani mobile app and to invite their suggestions for its improvement. A total 120 respondents were selected as sample respondents for the study. Ex- post-facto research design was used for the research study. Data was gathered using a well- structured interview classified and tabulated. Statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation were used to interpret and draw conclusions. The study reveals a medium level of utility perception among the majority (48.33%), with significant percentages finding the app useful for various agricultural operations. However, challenges such as lack of knowledge on app usage (61.67%), insufficient mobile-app grievance redressal centers (58.33%), and issues with network connectivity (49.17%) and power supply (48.33%) were identified as major impediments. Suggestions for improvement include updating the app for faster operation, organizing hands-on training, providing pictorial usage guides, extending the self-correction facility for crop registration, and mandating the registration of trees on embankments. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to enhance the usability and effectiveness of the E-Peek Pahani app, aiming for greater adoption and satisfaction among farmers.