Impact of the degree of agricultural green production technology adoption on income: evidence from Sichuan citrus growers

Enhancing farmers' adoption of agricultural green production technology (AGPT) is crucial for the green transformation of agriculture. As additional income is the primary motivation to adopt AGPTs, clarifying how the adoption degree relates to income can facilitate adoption. Using data from 805 citrus farmers in Sichuan Province, this study employs the inverse probability weighted regression adjustment (IPWRA) model to examine the impact of AGPT adoption degree on farmers' income and its mechanisms. Findings indicate: (1) A higher degree of AGPT adoption yields more pronounced income gains—using 1, 2, and 3 AGPTs increases citrus sales income by 7.1, 10.5, and 19.8 percentage points, respectively; (2) Income increases occur via higher yields and sales prices, offsetting cost increases; (3) Market channels and operating scales moderate revenue effects; (4) Education, health status, and cultivation area significantly affect AGPT adoption. Policy recommendations are proposed to guide promotion of AGPTs and advance agricultural green transformation.

Yuying Liu, Rubin Chen, Yufan Chen, Tinglei Yu, Xinhong Fu