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March 14, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Integrated Pest Management Techniques and Yields in Kenyan Small-Scale Vegetable Farming Communities: A Yield Analysis

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MMMutua MwangaOKOginga KiokoKNKibet Nderitu

Key Points

  • This research aims to analyze the impact of integrated pest management techniques on vegetable yields in Kenyan small-scale farms.
  • Conducted field surveys among 50 randomly selected farmers
  • Gathered yield measurements and qualitative insights through interviews
  • Analyzed various integrated pest management techniques used across different regions
  • Adopting IPM techniques shows potential economic gains for small-scale farmers
  • IPM practices contribute to environmental sustainability
  • Government support through policies and subsidies is recommended for wider adoption of IPM

Abstract

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a strategy that combines various control methods to reduce pest damage while minimising environmental and economic costs. Field surveys were conducted among 50 randomly selected farmers practicing different IPM techniques across various regions in Kenya. Data collection included yield measurements and farmer interviews for qualitative insights into practices and challenges. The study underscores the potential benefits of adopting integrated pest management techniques for small-scale vegetable farmers in Kenya, contributing to both economic gains and environmental sustainability. Government policies should promote IPM training programmes and provide subsidies for sustainable farming practices. Extension services can play a key role in disseminating best practices across communities.

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Mwanga et al. (2013) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b4ba3618185d8a39802e46https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18984691
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