Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Sustainable Agricultural Practices among Women Farmers in Southern Tanzania: Insights into Farm Size and Income Growth Techniques

Simiyu Simuyengo, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) Mvumi Maganda, Department of Soil Science, Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI) Kamali Mwita, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) Mugyenyi Sitala, Department of Crop Sciences, Mkwawa University College of Education
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18884573
Published: May 24, 2009

Abstract

Sustainable agricultural practices are crucial for enhancing productivity and resilience in farming communities, particularly among women farmers who play a vital role in food security. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews among a sample of 150 women farmers from diverse regions in Southern Tanzania. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis to identify patterns and trends related to sustainable practices adoption. Farmers practicing conservation agriculture reported an average income growth of 25% compared to conventional farming methods, with significant variability across different agro-ecological zones. Women farmers in Southern Tanzania are adopting sustainable agricultural practices that contribute positively to their economic outcomes and environmental sustainability. The study highlights the need for tailored extension services focused on improving access to these techniques within local contexts. Investment in farmer training programmes, particularly targeting women, is recommended alongside policy interventions aimed at promoting the adoption of conservation agriculture across Tanzania’s diverse agricultural landscapes. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Simiyu Simuyengo, Mvumi Maganda, Kamali Mwita, Mugyenyi Sitala (2009). Sustainable Agricultural Practices among Women Farmers in Southern Tanzania: Insights into Farm Size and Income Growth Techniques. African Aquatic Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18884573

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African AgricultureGender StudiesSustainable DevelopmentParticipatory ResearchFarmer Field SchoolsIntercropping TechniquesLivelihood Enhancement

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