Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Evaluating Efficiency Gains in Smallholder Farm Systems in Ethiopia: A Methodological Approach

Mengiste Abeba, Department of Advanced Studies, Mekelle University Yonas Abiye, Department of Research, Bahir Dar University Tesfaye Assefa, Mekelle University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18991485
Published: June 1, 2013

Abstract

Smallholder farming systems in Ethiopia face challenges related to productivity and sustainability. A Bayesian hierarchical regression model was developed to analyse multiple smallholder farms' performance metrics. Uncertainty quantification was achieved through robust standard errors and confidence intervals. The model revealed an average efficiency gain of 15% across the sampled farms, with significant variability in gains by farm size and soil quality. A Bayesian hierarchical approach provided nuanced insights into smallholder farming efficiencies, enhancing the accuracy of performance evaluations. Farmers should be encouraged to adopt practices that align with model recommendations for optimal efficiency. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, Smallholder Farms, Efficiency Gains, Ethiopia The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Mengiste Abeba, Yonas Abiye, Tesfaye Assefa (2013). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Evaluating Efficiency Gains in Smallholder Farm Systems in Ethiopia: A Methodological Approach. African Environmental Contamination (Environmental Science), Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18991485

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EthiopiaSmallholder AgricultureBayesian Hierarchical ModelsSpatial StatisticsMonte Carlo MethodsRegression AnalysisRandom Effects Models

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