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21 articles for “farmer’s perception”
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Agricultural Drought in Virudhunagar District: Farmer’s Perception on Mitigation Measures
Abstract: The assessment of agricultural drought has been performed by different researchers using various methods. Most of the agricultural drought assessment methods depend on parameters related to drought such as weather condition, soil condition and water availability. The present study is carried out in a drought prone area namely Virudhunagar district, which comes under southern plateau and hilly agro-climatic zone. Here, in the present study, the farmer’s perception on mitigation measures …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 66–74 Read article
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Farmer’s Perception Towards Mobile-SMS Alert Services
Abstract: AbstractInformation and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have transformed the way information is produced, processed and shared across different stakeholders in the agriculture production systems. Of all the ICTs, mobile telephony has emerged as “the technology of choice for the masses”. The gradual and regulated expansion of telecommunication infrastructure and attendant government policies has enabled the penetration of mobile telephony across the entire social spectrum in the country. A number of innovative …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Large Scale Demonstration and Farmers Perception on Improved Maize Variety in Worabe Town Administration, Silte Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Large scale demonstration of improved maize (BH661) was carried out in Worabe Town Administration in Southern Ethiopia in 2022 main cropping season with the objectives of demonstrating improved maize technologies in wider scale. On the basis of the crop's technology gap, two potential kebeles from the district were chosen. On 30 hectares of clustered land from selected kebales, this technology helped 85 farmers. Farmers Research Group trained 115 members (102 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Improved Lowland Enset at Gurage and Siltie Zones, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: The southern regions of Ethiopia have a variety of agroecologies suitable for various crops, including Enset, but their range is very limited. On this basis, the Worabe Agricultural Research Center has conducted a pre-expansion demonstration of the improved Enset technology in the Meskan and Dalochadistricts of the Gurage and Siltie zones from 2020 to 2023. The aim of the present study was to generate broader demand, increase production and assess …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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Perception of Rural Farmers towards Improved Cocoyam Production Practices in South-South of Nigeria
Abstract: AbstractFarmers believe that technologies are good for them. They believe in technologies because they give good efficiency in terms of high yield and less pests. In soliciting respondents’ subjective perceptions, researchers captured the qualitative aspects that influence farmers’ decisions probably because farmers’ technology choices are based on their subjective probabilities. Therefore, the study was carried out to describe the socioeconomic characteristics of rural cocoyam farmers in South-south and determine the …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Farmers’ Knowledge and Perception on Major Insect Pests of Rice and Their Management Practices in Lamjung District, Nepal
Abstract: Rice, the major staple food crop of Nepal, confronts various insect pests and diseases during its life cycle. The losses accounts 25–30% of its production in Nepal. The research interprets knowledge of farmers, regarding occurrence of various insect pests and diseases, damage created by them and management practices, of 40 local paddy growers in rice production hubs of Lamjung district. A survey research design was implemented to collect and interpret …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Demonstration of Tied Ridges and Plantings Method on Soil Moisture and Grain Yield of Maize in Dry Land Area of Sankura Woreda, SNNPR, Ethiopia
Abstract: Tied ridging is a useful technique, especially on terrain with slopes of 3% to 4% or less. On steeper slopes, adding terrace can increase crop yields by prolonging the time it takes for water to percolate into the soil. Purpose of the study was to show the effects of the open end linked ridges with furrow planting technique on the soil's moisture content and the grain production of the maize …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Determinants of the Adoption of chemical Fertilizer in Kaffa, Bench Sheko and Sheka zones of Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Agriculture is the backbone of the Ethiopian economy, but the production system was backward, and the adoption of agricultural technology was low. This study aims to identify and determine factors affecting smallholder farmers' adoption of chemical fertilizer. Bita, Chena, Andiracha, and Sheyi Bench district of the southwest Ethiopia region was selected for this study. Household individual survey interview, key informant interview, and focus group discussion were the primary data collection …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Participatory Demonstration of Grass Strips as Biological Soil and Water Conservation Measures in Kamba Woreda, South Ethiopia
Abstract: Land degradation due to soil erosion and soil fertility depletion is a significant threat to the agricultural system, limiting food security and sustainable agricultural production. This study demonstrated Desho grass strips as biological soil and water conservation measures in Kamba woreda Gamo zone south Ethiopia. Six (6) nearby trial farmers who took part in the demonstration directly were chosen for the study using the purposive sample technique. Sole maize and …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Participatory Demonstration of Desho and Elephant Grass Strip as Biological Soil and Water Conservation Measures for Erosion Control
Abstract: Participatory demonstration and pre scaling up of biological soil conservation measures (desho andelephant grass)compared with control (without grass) works were conducted in 2011/12 E.C on three beneficiary farmers field by the main objective is contribution of biological conservation measures for controlling soil erosion and assessing farmer perception on these measures. The data were taken from 132 m2 trail area. Average soil loss data that were obtained from Elephant grass 6.6 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–08 Read article
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Cluster Based Large Scale Demonstration of Improved Maize Technologies at Gurage Zone and Yem-Special District, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: MaizeisastaplefoodforfarmersintheGurageZoneandYemSpecialDistrict.Acluster-basedlarge-scaledemonstrationofimprovedmaize(BH661)wasconductedduringthe2021main cropping season intheChahaandYemDistrictsoftheGuragezoneinsouthernEthiopiatofurtherdemonstratetheimprovedmaizetechnology.Themainpurposewastodemonstrateona wider scale.PotentialkebeleswereselectedfromeachDistrictbasedoncroptechnologygaps.Therefore,85farmerswereselectedfromtwodistrictscoveringanareaof21hectares.Beforeconductingthedemonstration,thefarmerwasorganizedintoaFarmerResearchGroupand119participants(85farmersand34otherstakeholders)weretrained. ImprovedseedswereprovidedbytheWorabeAgriculturalResearchCenter,and fertilizers andpesticideswereprovidedbyfarmers.Theseedingratewassetat25kgha-1,therowspacingat80cm,theplantingintervalat40cm,andthefertilizerapplicationrateatNPSat100kgha-1andUREAat100kgha-1.Manualweedingandothermanagement practicesweredoneasneeded. Awareness creation, grain yields, and farmers'perceptionswereanalyzedusingmean,percentages, and standard deviations.Asaresult,themean grainyieldinChahaandYem-Special Districts was 6,400kgha1and6,034kgha1respectively.Todemonstratetheperformanceofthemaizedemonstrated,fielddayswereheldineachdistrictwiththeparticipationofvariousinterestgroupstoexchangeexperiences.Basedonthefeedback,demandforthistechnologywascreatedbyparticipatingfarmersandstakeholders.Therefore, the study areas’ advisorysystemsareencouragedtomakeanimprovedmaizevariety(BH661),alongwithrecommendedtechniquesandpractices,availabletothewidercommunity.
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Exploring the Practice of Bench Terraces and its Sustainability in Silte and Gurage Zones SNNPR, Ethiopia
Abstract: Background and Objective: The increment of population number is creating pressure on land for crop and fodder production in Ethiopian. Practicing bench terraces could resolve the shortage of cultivable land and mitigate the problem of soil erosion. However, the multiple benefits of bench terraces; its practices and sustainability are not well studied in different parts of southern Ethiopia. Therefore, the current study has been initiated to explore the bench terraces …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 37–38 Read article
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Farmers’ Awareness of Bean Ascochyta Blight and Evaluation of Constraints of Bean Production in Rwanda.
Abstract: The awareness and perceptions of ascochyta blight by farmers is an important factor that affects the type of bean genotype adopted. Although farmers in Rwanda prefer large-seeded bean genotypes both for consumption and for market, these genotypes are susceptible to ascochyta blight. It was observed that farmers are abandoning large-seeded bean genotypes in preference for smaller seeded genotypes which seem to be more resistant. Therefore, the objective of this study …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 16–29 Read article
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Participatory Evaluation of Bean Ascochyta Blight [Phoma exigua var. diversispora (Bubak) Boerema] and Constraints of Bean Production in Rwanda
Abstract: AbstractThe awareness and perception of ascochyta blight by farmers is an important factor that affects the type of bean genotype adopted. Although farmers in Rwanda prefer large-seeded bean genotypes, both for consumption and for market, these genotypes are susceptible to ascochyta blight. It has been observed that farmers are abandoning large-seeded bean genotypes, in preference for smaller seeded genotypes, which seem to be more resistant. Therefore, the objective of this …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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Psychological Determinants of Farmers’ Adoption of Sustainable Practices: A Behavioural Approach to Agricultural Extension
Abstract: Sustainable agriculture has emerged as a global priority to balance productivity with environmental conservation. Yet, adoption of sustainable practices by farmers remains uneven, shaped not only by economic incentives but by underlying psychological and behavioural factors. This review explores the psychological determinants influencing farmers’ willingness to adopt sustainable agricultural practices across traditional and modern contexts. Drawing upon behavioural theories such as the Theory of Planned Behaviour and the Diffusion of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 101–109 Read article
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Study of Retailer’s Perception Regarding Amul Ice Cream
Abstract: AbstractThe basic strength of the Indian economy is agriculture on which seventy percent of the population depends for their livelihood. And a part of it is the Indian diary industry. It is the company which has secured 21stposition in the world in the dairy industry and is the only company who has gained 27% growth in this recession period. It is the company who believe in producing the quality product …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Community Perception on Land Dispossession and Compensation Practices: Evidence from Gondar City, Northwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Land expropriation for urban expansion in the Gondar area significantly reduced farming households from 95%–74%, displacing 29% of affected farmers. While some acknowledged the public benefits, most respondents criticized the process for a lack of transparency, limited community involvement, and inadequate rehabilitation support. Farmers reported receiving compensation that was low, unfairly calculated, and subject to prolonged delays. Key systemic issues included a lack of awareness among affected communities, inconsistent knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Improved Bread Wheat Technology in Gurage and Silte Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: The study was conducted in Silte Zone of Sankura Woreda and Gurage Zone of Mareko Woreda. The objective of the study was to demonstrate, the best performing bread wheat technologies based on grain yield performance and farmers’ preference. In each Kebele, one FTC and five farmers (3 male and 2 female farmers) were involved during ‘’meher’’ season of the year 2022/23. Training was given for the selected farmers and other …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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On-Farm Demonstration of Improved Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) Technologies in Cluster based Large scale Approaches at Gofa Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Sorghum is used as a source of food and cash for smallholder farmers in drought phrone areas of Gofa Zone. Farmers produce sorghum traditionally without proper management and input use and as a result yield obtained by farmers was far below the crop potential. Therefore, Arba Minch Agricultural Research Center carried out a cluster-based large-scale demonstration of improved sorghum in Melo-Koza and Zala Districts of the Gofa Zone in Southern …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Application of Information Technology that Reduced Agriculture Sector Impact due to COVID-19
Abstract: The COVID-19 epidemic, as one of the biggest health emergencies in the last decades, has disruptive impacts in all spheres of mortal life, including social, environmental, mental, and political ones. Nonetheless, the most oppressively affected was and still is the moneymaking sector of countries across the world. One of the major pillars of global husbandry is the agrarian sector due to its significance in assuring continuance in food inventory and …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 5–10 Read article