African Actuarial Science Journal (Stats/Business/Economics)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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Smart Agriculture Technologies in Kenyan Corn Growers: Adoption Rates and Yield Performance Assessment,

Ochieng Omondi, University of Nairobi Korir Kiir, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Wanyama Mwangi, Pwani University Muriithi Ndegwa, Pwani University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18806185
Published: March 2, 2004

Abstract

Smart agriculture technologies have become increasingly important for improving crop yields in developing countries like Kenya. Qualitative data was collected through interviews with farmers, focus group discussions, and document analysis. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis. A consistent theme emerged regarding the challenges faced by farmers in adopting these technologies due to financial constraints and limited access to information. Despite initial skepticism, a significant proportion of Kenyan corn growers have adopted smart agriculture technologies over the past decade, though yield performance varied widely based on technology type and farmer skill level. Policy makers should focus on providing financial incentives and improving access to training for farmers interested in adopting these technologies.

How to Cite

Ochieng Omondi, Korir Kiir, Wanyama Mwangi, Muriithi Ndegwa (2004). Smart Agriculture Technologies in Kenyan Corn Growers: Adoption Rates and Yield Performance Assessment,. African Actuarial Science Journal (Stats/Business/Economics), Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18806185

Keywords

African agriculturequalitative researchyield analysisextension servicesagro-technology adoptionsocio-economic factorsfarmer participation

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