Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011)

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Methodological Foundations for Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness in Smallholder Farm Systems: A Randomized Field Trial in Kenya

Odinga Njororo, Department of Research, Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Wambugu Kipruto, Pwani University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18933299
Published: March 22, 2011

Abstract

The evaluation of cost-effectiveness in smallholder farm systems is critical for enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in resource-limited environments such as Kenya. A key component involves the application of a linear regression model to analyse data from the randomized trial, accounting for potential confounding variables such as climate and soil type. The model is represented by \(Y = \beta_0 + \beta_1X_1 + \epsilon\), where Y represents yield outcomes, X1 denotes input costs, and \(\epsilon\) accounts for measurement errors with a standard deviation of 5%. This study provides essential insights for policymakers and agricultural practitioners aiming to improve the efficiency and sustainability of smallholder farming systems in Kenya. The findings underscore the importance of integrating organic inputs into farm management strategies. Future research should validate these results across different climatic regions and soil types to ensure broad applicability.

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Odinga Njororo, Wambugu Kipruto (2011). Methodological Foundations for Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness in Smallholder Farm Systems: A Randomized Field Trial in Kenya. African Social Geography (Geography/Social), Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18933299

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African geographySmallholder farmingCost-benefit analysisRandomizationExperimental designSustainability metricsResource allocation models

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