Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001)

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Methodological Evaluation of Regional Monitoring Networks for Yield Improvement in Kenyan Agriculture: Difference-in-Differences Approach

Mwangi Mututho, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Kenyatta University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18729690
Published: November 11, 2001

Abstract

Recent advancements in agricultural monitoring networks have aimed to enhance productivity through regional data collection and analysis. We utilised time-series data from five regions in Kenya over two years to apply the difference-in-differences approach. This method compares pre- and post-intervention outcomes while controlling for regional trends. Data analysis revealed a significant increase in crop yields by 15% across monitored regions, with no discernible effect on non-monitored areas. The difference-in-differences model demonstrated robustness in measuring yield improvements attributable to the monitoring networks. Further research should explore scalability and cost-effectiveness of these regional monitoring systems for broader application. Agricultural Monitoring, Yield Improvement, Difference-in-Differences, Kenyan Agriculture The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Mwangi Mututho (2001). Methodological Evaluation of Regional Monitoring Networks for Yield Improvement in Kenyan Agriculture: Difference-in-Differences Approach. African Environmental Geography (Environmental/Earth Science), Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18729690

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KenyanGeospatialRandomized Controlled TrialStochastic Frontier AnalysisSpatial EconometricsTime SeriesPanel Data

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