Conservation agriculture in new alluvial agro-ecology: Differential perception and adoption

Chatterjee, Riti; Acharya, S. K.; Biswas, Amitava; Mandal, Anwesha; Biswas, T. D.; Das, Srikanta; Mandal, Biswapati

doi:10.1016/j.jrurstud.2021.10.001

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“…This information helps deconstruct farmer preferences and identify factors that affect the WTA. Previous studies, such as Chatterjee et al (2021), have shown that the adoption of conservation agriculture is related not only to ecological factors but also to adopters' characteristics, their perceptions, and the decision-making process. Specifically, our questionnaire includes questions regarding the age, gender, education level, family size, and origin of farmers.…”

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Incorporating expert knowledge in the estimate of farmers’ opportunity cost of supplying environmental services in rural Cameroon

Moukam,

Atewamba

2023

BAE

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This paper applies a Bayesian approach to incorporate non-data information in estimating the opportunity cost for farmers in rural Cameroon to engage in biodiversity conservation and carbon sequestration efforts. Findings from our field survey reveal that only a small percentage of farmers are willing to participate in environmental protection programmes without compensation. A multidimensional preferences analysis indicates that this behavior may be attributed to a disconnection between environmental values and socioeconomic values. Bayesian analysis of the Tobit model, examining Willingness to Accept (WTA) compensation for agroforestry participation, highlights that factors such as aging, higher educational attainment, and higher socioeconomic status are highly likely to promote pro-environmental behaviors. The estimated opportunity cost of supplying environmental services is 10,775 CFA francs with a standard deviation of 333.6 CFA francs per farmer. These results differ qualitatively from the existing literature, underscoring the relative significance of considering expert knowledge in the interpretation of environmental policies.

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Incorporating expert knowledge in the estimate of farmers’ opportunity cost of supplying environmental services in rural Cameroon

Moukam,

Atewamba

2023

BAE

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“…According to Tambo and Mockshell (2018), CSA has the possibility to enhance agricultural output, food security and farmers’ net income and provide benefits for the environment. Similarly, sustainable farming practices can boost crop yields, reduce labor costs, lower production costs, sequester carbon, boost biodiversity and improve resilience to changes in climate (Chatterjee et al , 2021; Rodenburg et al , 2021). As a direct response to declining soil quality and changing cropping patterns and crop productivity, CSA strategies have been actively promoted in SSA because of their benefits (Fisher et al , 2018).…”

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Dissemination of climate smart agricultural knowledge through farmer field schools (FFS): analyzing the application CAS knowledge by smallholder farmers

Gichuki

Osewe

Ndiritu

2023

IJDI

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effects of climate smart agriculture knowledge transfers. As well as to examine the application of climate-smart agricultural (CSA) knowledge such as conservation agriculture, irrigation systems, integrated soil fertility management, bioenergy and agroforestry by smallholder farmers in Kenya. Design/methodology/approach The study applied comparative research methodology to compare climate smart agriculture knowledge application between smallholder participants in farmer field schools (FFS) and no FFS participation. This study used household data from 759 randomly selected rural agricultural households in three counties in Kenya. The study applied multivariate probit model to estimate CSA knowledge application by farmers who participated in field trainings and non-FFS participation farmers. Findings This study established that climate smart agriculture knowledge transfer through FFS increases farmers’ application of critical aspects of climate smart agriculture knowledge practices such as irrigation system, conservation agriculture and soil and water conservation. Such aspects have been noted as effective interventions against adverse climate change effects such as persistent droughts and flooding and soil infertility. Further findings illustrated that farmers who received CSA knowledge transfers applied agricultural insurance to mitigate rising climatic risks on their farms. Knowledge transfer interventions targeting affordability through subsidizing agricultural insurance are probable and more cost-effective measures that can be used to reduce smallholder farmers’ exposure to climate change-related risks. Originality/value This study provides information that was previously unknown about climate smart agriculture knowledge transfers and application among farmers who participated in field trainings and non-FFS participation farmers by using empirical data.

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“…Conservation agriculture is a system of agronomic practices that include reduced tillage or no tillage, permanent organic soil cover by retaining crop residues, and crop rotations, including cover crops [24]. Conservation agriculture management is proven to reduce compaction [15], mitigate overland flow and sediment losses [17], reduce fuel and labor costs [25], and increase carbon sequestration [24].…”

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Effects of Biochar and Cattle Manure under Different Tillage Management on Soil Properties and Crop Growth in Croatia

Bogunovic,

Dugan,

Pereira

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Agriculture

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The negative environmental impact of conventional agriculture threatens agroecosystem stability and food security. Therefore, searching for optimal soil management practices is crucial for maintaining and improving soil functions. This work aims to determine the impact of conventional and conservation tillage on Stagnosols in a semi-humid environment in Marija Magdalena (Croatia) during 2021 and 2022. Under each tillage treatment, subplots were biochar, cattle manure, and control (split-plot design). The conservation tillage exhibits lower compaction in addition to conventional tillage. In 2021, at 0–15 cm and 15–30 cm depths, control plots had the highest bulk density (BD), while biochar plots had the lowest. In 2022, biochar and manure treatments under conventional tillage had significantly higher BD than those under conservation tillage. Penetration resistance did not exceed 2 MPa in all treatments. Soil water content was high in conservation treatments at 0–15 cm. Water-stable aggregates were higher in biochar and manure plots under both tillage treatments. Maize yield was higher in conservation treatments in 2021 and in conventional during 2022. Manure and biochar in the conventional system showed a better impact on grain yields than under conservation. Conservation tillage in rain-fed farming maintains crop yields and reduces soil compaction.

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Conservation agriculture in new alluvial agro-ecology: Differential perception and adoption

Cited by 9 publications

References 36 publications

Incorporating expert knowledge in the estimate of farmers’ opportunity cost of supplying environmental services in rural Cameroon

Incorporating expert knowledge in the estimate of farmers’ opportunity cost of supplying environmental services in rural Cameroon

Dissemination of climate smart agricultural knowledge through farmer field schools (FFS): analyzing the application CAS knowledge by smallholder farmers

Effects of Biochar and Cattle Manure under Different Tillage Management on Soil Properties and Crop Growth in Croatia

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