Social-economic factors affecting banana (musa spp) production in kotinyangha subcounty, budaka district in eastern uganda
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2024
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Busitema University
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This study was done in Kotinyagha Sub County during June to august 2024. The overall objective was to: Analyze socio-economic factors that affect banana production in Kotinyagha Sub County, Budaka district in Eastern Uganda. Data were collected from 66 respondents using questionnaire and skill. Finding show that respondent’s income increased significantly as a result of banana production, there income increased slightly. Furthermore, respondents use the income generated from banana production for food purchases, for education expenses, income for healthcare expenses, and income for housing expenses. Basing on the finding it was concluded that there were banana grower’s cooperative society in the parish to buy the matoke like traders, and banana development organization. Therefore, it was recommended that: 1. Improve soil fertility: banana requires well drained fertile soil to produce high-quality bunches. Farmers can improve soil fertility by adding organic matter such as compost or manure, and using balanced fertilizers that provide nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. 2. Prune banana regularly: Regular pruning helps in the removing excess banana leaves and productivity of matoke. It allows farmers to control the size and shape of the tree, promotes fruiting, and removes diseased or damaged leaves. 3. Use appropriate pest and disease management techniques: Pests and diseases can significantly reduce banana yields and affect matoke quality. Farmers should use integrated pest management (IPM) techniques that combine physical, cultural, biological, and chemical controls to minimize harm to beneficial organisms and the environment. 4. Adopt climate-smart practices: Climate change is affecting banana production in many regions, and farmers need to adapt to changing weather patterns. Climate-smart practices include viii 5. Planting drought-tolerant varieties, improving soil health to enhance water retention, and implementing shade management strategies.
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Masaba, P. (2024). Social-economic factors affecting banana (musa SPP) production in Kotinyangha subcounty, Budaka district in eastern Uganda [Research Report]. Busitema University.