Adoption Dynamics of Drought-Resistant Maize Varieties Among Northern Kenyan Smallholder Farmers: A Longitudinal Study
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| author | Mutua, Oscar Gikonyo |
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| contents | <p>Drought-resistant maize varieties have been introduced to combat water scarcity in northern Kenya's agricultural landscapes. A longitudinal study employed surveys, farmer interviews, and field observations over three years to assess farmer perceptions and practices towards drought-resistant maize varieties. Farmers exhibited varying levels of adoption, with a significant proportion using these varieties for at least two consecutive seasons, showing improved yields compared to traditional hybrids by up to 30% in some plots. The study underscores the need for sustained agricultural support and education programmes to facilitate broader acceptance and long-term benefits of drought-resistant maize varieties. Policy makers should prioritise extension services that promote adoption, while farmers benefit from improved seed supplies and climate-resilient farming practices. Drought-Resistant Maize Varieties, Adoption Dynamics, Smallholder Farmers, Northern Kenya</p> |
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| spellingShingle | Adoption Dynamics of Drought-Resistant Maize Varieties Among Northern Kenyan Smallholder Farmers: A Longitudinal Study Mutua, Oscar Gikonyo African Geographical Adoption Resilience Smallholder Sustainability Anthropology <p>Drought-resistant maize varieties have been introduced to combat water scarcity in northern Kenya's agricultural landscapes. A longitudinal study employed surveys, farmer interviews, and field observations over three years to assess farmer perceptions and practices towards drought-resistant maize varieties. Farmers exhibited varying levels of adoption, with a significant proportion using these varieties for at least two consecutive seasons, showing improved yields compared to traditional hybrids by up to 30% in some plots. The study underscores the need for sustained agricultural support and education programmes to facilitate broader acceptance and long-term benefits of drought-resistant maize varieties. Policy makers should prioritise extension services that promote adoption, while farmers benefit from improved seed supplies and climate-resilient farming practices. Drought-Resistant Maize Varieties, Adoption Dynamics, Smallholder Farmers, Northern Kenya</p> |
| title | Adoption Dynamics of Drought-Resistant Maize Varieties Among Northern Kenyan Smallholder Farmers: A Longitudinal Study |
| topic | African Geographical Adoption Resilience Smallholder Sustainability Anthropology |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717453 |