Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

View Issue TOC

Bayesian Hierarchical Model Assessment of Off-Grid Community Systems in Senegal: Yield Improvement Methodological Evaluation

Mamadou Diallo, Université Gaston Berger (UGB), Saint-Louis
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18952613
Published: August 26, 2012

Abstract

The application of off-grid community systems in Senegal aims to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability, particularly in rural areas with limited access to electricity. A mixed-methods approach incorporating both quantitative (Bayesian hierarchical modelling of yield data) and qualitative (focus groups, interviews) methodologies was employed to comprehensively assess system performance and user satisfaction. Field trials revealed that the Bayesian hierarchical model significantly improved predictions of crop yields compared to traditional models, with an estimated mean improvement of 20% in predicted yields across different crops. The mixed-methods study confirmed the effectiveness of Bayesian hierarchical modelling for yield prediction and highlighted areas needing further refinement. Continued research should explore scalability and cost-effectiveness of these models within diverse off-grid community settings, with a focus on user feedback integration. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, Off-Grid Systems, Yield Improvement, Senegal The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

Full Text:

Read the Full Article

The HTML galley is loaded below for inline reading and better discovery.

How to Cite

Mamadou Diallo (2012). Bayesian Hierarchical Model Assessment of Off-Grid Community Systems in Senegal: Yield Improvement Methodological Evaluation. African Applied Soil Science (Agri/Earth Science), Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18952613

Keywords

Sub-SaharanBayesianHierarchicalQuantitativeQualitativeSustainabilitySampling

Research Snapshot

Desktop reading view
Language
EN
Formats
HTML + PDF
Publication Track
Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)
Current Journal
African Applied Soil Science (Agri/Earth Science)

References