Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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Climate Smart Agriculture Practices for Maize Farmers in Central Tanzania: Performance Measures and Adoption Rates Two Years In Post-Launch

Mwakagala Zawisza, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Dar es Salaam Sserunkuwa Mputa, Department of Advanced Studies, Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18795849
Published: October 2, 2004

Abstract

Climate change is affecting agricultural productivity in Central Tanzania, particularly maize farming. Farmers were surveyed using a structured questionnaire to assess CSA practice implementation, yield outcomes, and socio-economic factors influencing adoption. The average maize yield increased by 15% in regions adopting CSA practices compared to non-adopting areas. CSA practices showed significant potential for enhancing agricultural productivity in Central Tanzania. Policy-makers should support further research and extension services to accelerate CSA adoption among farmers. climate smart agriculture, maize farming, yield improvement, adoption rates, Central Tanzania The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Mwakagala Zawisza, Sserunkuwa Mputa (2004). Climate Smart Agriculture Practices for Maize Farmers in Central Tanzania: Performance Measures and Adoption Rates Two Years In Post-Launch. African Heritage and Conservation, Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18795849

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TanzaniaMaizeClimate Change AdaptationSustainable AgricultureParticipatory Rural AppraisalYield MeasurementFarmer Field Schools

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