스마트팜 도입 이후 경제적·비경제적 만족도 변화 연구 - 강원도 파프리카 농가를 중심으로

Study on Improvement of Farmers’ Quality of Life after the Introduction of Smart-farm in Gangwon Province

This study aims to analyze the changes perceived by farmers during the transition from traditional agriculture through mechanization to an intelligent agricultural production system from various perspectives. The research specifically examines the changes in farmer satisfaction following the adoption of smart farms, categorizing these changes based on economic and non-economic values. Satisfaction with economic changes is approached in terms of increased productivity and income enhancement, while satisfaction with non-economic changes is considered in terms of advancements in cutting-edge technology and improvements in quality of life. To analyze the collected data, ordered logistic regression analysis was utilized. The analysis of quality of life changes particularly highlights the importance of noneconomic effects resulting from the adoption of smart farms. The results indicate that longer farming experience correlate with decreased satisfaction regarding health improvements. However, longer farming experience positively impacts the increase in cultural activities. For the quality of life of farmers to improve following the adoption of smart farms, a reduction in working hours must be prioritized. Therefore, further in-depth research related to this aspect is necessary.