to examine the usage patterns of major agricultural inputs by farmers in Moinabad Mandal of Ranga Reddy district, Telangana

Abstract

Agricultural input management plays a crucial role in enhancing farm productivity and ensuring timely access to quality seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products. This study focuses on analysing cropping patterns, input usage behaviour, and dealer-level challenges in Moinabad Mandal of Ranga Reddy District, Telangana, with the objective of designing an effective inventory management framework for organised agri-input retailing. Primary data were collected from 80 farmers and 5 agricultural input dealers using structured interviews, complemented by secondary sources. Descriptive statistics and one-way ANOVA were used to analyse variations in input usage across landholding categories. The findings reveal that horticultural crops dominate the region, input usage is largely based on farmer experience, and dealers face supply chain irregularities, overstocking/understocking issues, and credit-related constraints. The study recommends demand-driven procurement, supplier diversification, technology integration, and farmer engagement to improve inventory efficiency, reduce wastage, and strengthen supply chain resilience.