Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Risk Reduction in Smallholder Farm Systems of Tanzania

Mwanzika Kibwezi, Department of Soil Science, Mkwawa University College of Education Kamya Mbiusi, Mkwawa University College of Education
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18905976
Published: August 25, 2010

Abstract

This study focuses on smallholder farm systems in Tanzania, aiming to evaluate risk reduction strategies within these agricultural settings. A Bayesian hierarchical model was employed, incorporating data from multiple farms to estimate risk factors with uncertainty quantification using robust standard errors. The analysis revealed a significant proportion (35%) of farms faced substantial financial risks, necessitating targeted interventions to mitigate these impacts. This study validates the utility of the Bayesian hierarchical model in assessing and reducing risks for Tanzanian smallholder farmers. Policy makers should prioritise support programmes that align with the identified risk factors based on this model's findings. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Mwanzika Kibwezi, Kamya Mbiusi (2010). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Risk Reduction in Smallholder Farm Systems of Tanzania. African Animal Welfare Studies (Agri/Animal Science), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18905976

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African geographyBayesian statisticshierarchical modellingrisk assessmentprecision farmingsmallholder agriculturestochastic methods

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