Vol. 7, Issue 5, Part A (2025)

India is an agrarian country, and agriculture is one of the major sources of food and income in India. Around 20% of Gujarat's economy comes from agriculture sectors. There are observable shifts in Gujarat's crop patterns, land use, and productivity. Many districts in Gujarat are experiencing administrative and environmental changes. The study assesses long-term agriculture patterns from the year 1997-98 to 2022-23 in five-year intervals. The analysis focuses on ten major crops of the region, representing both Kharif and Rabi seasons. Parameters such as agricultural area, production, and yield were examined to evaluate the crop performance. Further, relative yield gap analysis was done to compare the state yield to the study region, which revealed insights into the crop selection and potential of the study area as an agricultural region. The results indicate a significant decline in the area and yield of food crops, while there are significant increases in high-value cash crops such as cotton, tobacco, and oilseeds. These patterns reflect a growing emphasis on commercial agriculture, driven by urban expansion, climate variability, and changing market incentives.