Agriculture has traditionally been the backbone of the Indian economy and a primary source of livelihood for rural communities. However, in recent years, the participation of rural youth in agricultural activities has shown a declining trend due to changing aspirations, economic uncertainties and inadequate institutional support. Recognizing the importance of youth in sustaining agricultural growth, the present study was undertaken to know the constraints and suggestions offered by the rural youth adopting agriculture as an occupation. The study was carried out in eighteen villages of six talukas from Junagadh, Rajkot and Gir Somnath districts of Gujarat State. Total 10 respondents from each selected villages and making a total 180 rural youth through random sampling. Data were collected using a structured and pre tested interview schedule with help of personal interviews. Appropriate statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, mean score, ranking and arbitrary methods were used for data analysis. The results of the research study indicated that the major constraints perceived by rural youth were; low market price of produce leading to low and irregular income, unavailability of land or very small landholding and difficulty in getting married due to farming occupation. Whereas to enhance youth participation in agriculture, respondents suggested government should ensure remunerative pricing for agricultural produce, rural youth should be convinced about the importance of food as the basic requirement of our country and government should introduce agricultural education from primary level and enhance practical focus at higher education levels

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