Improving Soil Health and Fertility through Agroecological Practices in Ghana: An Intervention Study

Agroecological practices are crucial for sustainable soil health in Ghana's agricultural landscapes. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including pre- and post-intervention assessments using soil analysis and farmer surveys. Data were collected from 50 randomly selected households. Significant improvements were observed in soil organic matter (SOM) levels after the intervention period, with an average increase of 12% in SOM content compared to baseline measurements. Agroecological practices showed promising results in enhancing soil health and fertility, which can contribute to sustainable agricultural productivity in Ghanaian farming communities. Further research should be conducted to validate these findings across different regions and socio-economic contexts. Policymakers should consider promoting agroecology as a key strategy for soil conservation. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.