Assessing the uptake of organic fertilizer among farmers in bunjosi village, bukokho subcounty namisindwa district.
| dc.contributor.author | Mauchi Michaih | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-05-05T12:42:00Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-05-05T12:42:00Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Organic fertilizers, derived from natural sources such as compost, manure, and green manure, have been shown to improve soil fertility and structure, leading to more resilient agricultural systems. This study was conducted in Bunjosi Village, Bukokho Sub County, Namisindwa District. The main objective was to assess the uptake of organic fertilizer among farmers. The specific objectives were to: identify factors influencing adoption decisions; evaluate the current level of adoption; and assess farmers' attitudes and perceptions towards organic fertilizers. Data were collected from a sample of 40 farmers using structured questionnaires and field observations. The findings showed that 65% of farmers had adopted organic fertilizer. Factors such as perceived effectiveness, accessibility, income level, and access to information were significant influences on adoption decisions. Farmers generally exhibited positive attitudes towards organic fertilizers, highlighting environmental sustainability and soil health. Based on the study findings, it was concluded that increasing access to information and providing financial incentives could boost adoption rates. It was recommended that targeted educational programs and support mechanisms be implemented to promote organic fertilizer use among farmers in similar rural settings. Given the restrictions on subsidies due to international trade conditionalities, alternative support mechanisms such as input vouchers, low-interest loans, and training programs should be considered to enhance organic fertilizer adoption. | |
| dc.identifier.citation | Mauchi, M. (2024). Assessing the uptake of organic fertilizer among farmers in Bunjosi Village, Bukokho Subcounty Namisindwa District [Research Report]. Busitema University. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://bdears.busitema.ac.ug/handle/123456789/2018 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Busitema University | |
| dc.title | Assessing the uptake of organic fertilizer among farmers in bunjosi village, bukokho subcounty namisindwa district. | |
| dc.type | Thesis |