Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002)

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Integrated Farming Systems for Resource-Poor Farmers in Benin: An Assessment

Aboubacar Djezou, University of Abomey-Calavi Tidjane Savadogo, University of Abomey-Calavi
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18746243
Published: September 11, 2002

Abstract

Integrated farming systems (IFS) have been proposed as a solution to enhance productivity and sustainability for resource-poor farmers in Benin. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys, interviews, and a cost-benefit analysis of IFS compared to conventional methods. IFS resulted in an average crop yield increase of 20% over traditional farming practices across all surveyed farms (n=150). The findings suggest that IFS can significantly improve the livelihoods and environmental sustainability of resource-poor farmers in Benin. Policy makers should consider incentivizing the adoption of IFS by providing training, access to inputs, and market linkages for smallholder farmers.

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Aboubacar Djezou, Tidjane Savadogo (2002). Integrated Farming Systems for Resource-Poor Farmers in Benin: An Assessment. African Livestock Production (Science focus - Agri/Animal Science), Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18746243

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AfricanBeninMethodologySustainabilityResource-PoorIntegrated FarmingSystems Analysis

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