Journal articles Open Access Estimating the causal effect of sustainable agriculture intensification adoption on agricultural land expansion in Katete district of Zambia: An endogenous switching regression analysis R. Asiimwe · A. Egeru · P. Hamazakaza · G. Kabwe +2 more Forest land cover is declining at an alarming rate in Zambia and this poses a threat to the elimination of major ecosystem services. Identification of sustainable agricultural intensification (SAI) practices presents an opportunity to redu… RUF-40865 2024 CC BY 4.0 5 Mar 2024
Working Document Series Open Access Production and adoption of clean seed potato (Solanum tuberosum) by small scale farmers in Njoro Sub-county, Kenya L. Amwine · M. W. Mulu-Mutuku · A. O. Nkurumwa Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is the world’s most important root and tuber crop. It is a staple food crop for many families in East Africa, both in rural and urban. This is partly due to its competitive advantage over other food crops. For ex… RUF-39898 CC BY 4.0 22 Mar 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Adoption of cowpea bruchid control technologies in eastern Uganda E. Adipala · B. Bashaasha · R. Kityo · H. Kongai +3 more Infestation and damage of stored cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) grain by bruchids (Callosobruchus maculatus) is a challenge to majority of farmers in drier parts of Uganda where the crop serves as a major source of vegetables especially during… RUF-39347 2018 CC BY 4.0 28 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Analysis of uptake of drip irrigation by smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe: Case study of Mutare District M. Chiwa · K. Mukumbi The use of drip irrigation has the potential to increase yields but uptake by smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe has been low. This study was conducted to determine the factors influencing the adoption of smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe. The … RUF-38661 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Field experiences on promotion of forage technologies to the smallholder dairy farmers in Western Usambara Highlands, Tanzania D. Maleko · G. Msalya · K. Mtei · A. Mwilawa +1 more Dairy industry is among the important components of the livestock sub-sector in Tanzania and it is of great potential towards contributing to poverty reduction and improving food security. The industry in the country comprises of smallhold… RUF-38587 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2020
Journal articles Open Access Determinants of adoption of multiple climate change adaptation strategies in Southern Malawi: An ordered probit analysis Francis Maguza-Tembo F. Maguza-Tembo This paper aimed to identify factors affecting adoption of multiple climate change adapta tion strategies in Southern Malawi. An ordered probit model was estimated using survey data collected in Nsanje and Balaka districts in 2014-2015 cro… RUF-37700 2016 CC BY 4.0 25 Jul 2018
Journal articles Open Access Adoption drivers and its intensity on smallholder goat farming in southern Malawi Edwin Kenamu · F. Maguza-Tembo This study identifies drivers of adoption and its intensity on smallholder goat farming in southern Malawi. A Zero-Inflated Negative Binomial model was estimated using survey data collected in Balaka and Nsanje districts in 2014/15 croppin… RUF-37684 2016 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic factors affecting adoption of climate smart agriculture technologies in Malawi W. Mwase · J. Njoloma · J.K. Nyengere · B.I. Nyoka A number of organizations in Malawi are keen on bringing awareness to farmers on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies. Farmers face increased negative impacts of climate change. Adoption of climate smart agriculture technologies is… RUF-37565 2016 CC BY 4.0 11 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access The role of environmental education in soil conservation and management in Kalisizo, Rakai district, Uganda A. Egeru · J. Nassuna This study examined the role of environmental education in soil conservation and management in Rakai District. Data were collected through a mixed methods approach involving the use of cross-sectional survey, focus group discussions and ke… RUF-37166 2016 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants and impact of climate smart agriculture technology adoption on the welfare of smallholder farmers in Malawi A. Edriss · F. Maguza-Tembo · J. Mangisoni This study identifies factors affecting adoption of multiple climate change adaptation technologies and its impact. An ordered probit model, a full Mahalanobis matching and a variety of propensity score matching methods were used. Age of h… RUF-37162 2016 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Adoption and welfare effects of integrated soil fertility management technologies among smallholder maize and pigeon pea farmers in Tanzania G.M. Diiro · P. Hillbur · Marco, B. Sanka This study analyzed farmer adoption of integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and its impact on household welfare in Babati district, Tanzania. Cross-sectional survey data collected from a random sample of 500 maize and pigeonpea farm… RUF-36911 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Theses & Dissertations Open Access The role of farmer field schools in adoption and adaptation of recommended rice production practices in Mvomero District in Tanzania Nyamonge Kenya Farmer Field Schools (FFS) provide farmers with an opportunity to experiment new technologies which help them to make informed decisions that eventually lead to increased production and income. This study aimed at assessing the role of FFS… RUF-36573 2016 CC BY 4.0 9 Feb 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Financial viability and acceptability of specific packages of dairy production and marketing innovations in Wedza, Zimbabwe R. T. Mano · N. T. Ngongoni · P. I. Zvinorova Low viability indicators and high operating ratios indicated poor viability in the smallholder sector, with the exception of rich farmers. Variations in gross margins were associated with heterogeneity of farmers in resource endowments, al… RUF-35021 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing pesticide use among cocoa farmers in Ondo State, Nigeria Akeem Abiade. Tijani Cocoa production in Nigeria is constrained by insect pests and diseases. The brown cocoa mirid (Sahlbergella singularis), the swollen shoot virus transmitted by mealy bugs and the black pod disease (Phytophthora palmivora and P. megakarya)… RUF-34393 2010 CC BY 4.0 20 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Factors Influencing Farmers’ Adoption of Information for Mangrove Forests Conservation in Democratic Republic of Congo F.P. Banga · R.S. Lumbuenamo · G.O. Obati This study evaluated information flow within rural communities in the Moanda territory, Democratic Republic of Congo with an aim of aiding improved management and conservation of mangrove forests along the Atlantic coast. In this study, so… RUF-32647 2012 CC BY 4.0 17 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of Adoption of Butternut Squash (Cucurbita moschata) Farming among Small-holders in Suba District, Kenya H.N. Isaboke · P. Mshenga · B.K. Mutai · M. Saidi Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) is an emerging economic crop in Kenya with ready market and high nutritional value. Despite this, its adoption as a major cash crop in Suba District has remained low. The aim of the study was to invest… RUF-31915 2012 CC BY 4.0 12 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Improving Water Management for Irrigated Rice Production in the South-Kivu province, Democratic Republic of Congo A. Amoding · J.G.M. Majaliwa · M. Walangalulu The aim of the project is to contribute to increasing rice (Oryza sativa) productivity by improving water management and expanding irrigated rice production in Eastern D.R. Congo. The study will identify potential rice production areas in … RUF-31888 2012 CC BY 4.0 12 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of Adoption of Soil Erosion Control Technologies in Mt. Elgon Highlands in Eastern Uganda M. Barungi · A. Edriss · J. Mugisha · D.H. Ng’ong’ola +1 more The study made an inquiry into the determinants of adoption of soil erosion control technologies in Bukwo and Kween districts. We found adoption would be high if farmers own different types of farm tools, get frequent extension advice, are… RUF-31787 2012 CC BY 4.0 5 May 2014
