Impact of credit use on crop productivity and gross income of smallholder farmers: a propensity score matching approach
Aregash Esayas Lelisho,
Mesfin Esayas Lelisho
Abstract:Background
Agriculture is Ethiopia’s principal economic activity, employing the vast majority of the population, however, smallholder farmers in the country face long-standing challenges, including low levels of production, low income, and less credit use. This study aimed to analyze the impact of access to credit on crop productivity and income among small-scale farmers in the study area.
Methods
We conducted a cross-sectional study from January 1… Show more
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