African Journal of TVET and Skills Development

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)

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Sustainable Agriculture Practices and Soil Fertility Programmes Among Rural Landless Families in Kenya: A Survey Study

Wanjiku Koech, Department of Advanced Studies, Technical University of Kenya Kerubo Ochieng, Department of Advanced Studies, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Mbugua Wafula, Technical University of Kenya Omondi Gitonga, Pwani University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18872441
Published: March 1, 2008

Abstract

This study examines sustainable agriculture practices and soil fertility programmes in rural Kenya among landless families. A survey approach was employed involving a structured questionnaire distributed across selected regions. Data collection included interviews and focus groups to gather qualitative insights into farmers' experiences. There is evidence that over 70% of landless families have adopted at least one sustainable agriculture practice, which correlates with improved soil fertility observed in their fields. The survey reveals significant potential for enhancing rural livelihoods through the implementation of community-based soil fertility programmes. Farmers should be provided with continuous support and training to sustain these practices. Local governments need to invest more in sustainable agriculture initiatives.

How to Cite

Wanjiku Koech, Kerubo Ochieng, Mbugua Wafula, Omondi Gitonga (2008). Sustainable Agriculture Practices and Soil Fertility Programmes Among Rural Landless Families in Kenya: A Survey Study. African Journal of TVET and Skills Development, Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18872441

Keywords

KenyaSustainable AgricultureSoil FertilityCommunity-Based ProgrammesRural DevelopmentParticipatory ResearchFarm Productivity

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