Factors Associated with Farming-Related Problems among Vegetable Farmers in Uttar Pradesh: A Cross-sectional Study

Vegetable farming plays a critical role in rural livelihoods in India, yet farmers frequently encounter production, financial, and work-related constraints that affect sustainability. This study examines the magnitude and determinants of farming-related problems among 240 vegetable growers in Uttar Pradesh, India. Primary data were collected through structured interviews, and ordered logistic regression was employed to identify socioeconomic and work-related factors associated with problem severity. In findings, logistic regression analysis revealed that education level, number of earning members in the household, mechanisation practices, and work-related practices were significantly associated with the likelihood of experiencing higher levels of farming-related problems. Farmers with lower educational attainment and limited household earnings were more vulnerable to severe constraints. Mechanisation practices and labour dynamics also showed significant associations, highlighting structural differences in farm management capacity. The study underscores the importance of strengthening socioeconomic resilience and promoting appropriate farm-level interventions to reduce vulnerability among smallholder vegetable producers. The findings provide district-level empirical evidence to inform rural development strategies and agricultural policy in labour-intensive farming systems.