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This research examines how knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions affect the adoption of agroforestry practices among rural households in KwaZulu-Natal.

May 24, 2026Open Access

Factors influencing the uptake of agroforestry practices among rural households: empirical evidence from the KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa

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This research examines how knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions affect the adoption of agroforestry practices among rural households in KwaZulu-Natal.
Sample of 305 households from Swayimane, Umbumbulu, and Richmond communities
Data analyzed using principal component analysis and binary logistic regression model
Focus on socio-economic and socio-psychological factors influencing agroforestry adoption
Knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions positively influence agroforestry adoption
Age, farming experience, education level, and land size are significant determinants of adoption
Recommendations include training programs to promote awareness of agroforestry benefits

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Empirical evidence shows socio-economic and psychological factors influence agroforestry uptake in rural households, highlighting implications for policy.

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12966a48a0ea16656733ce https://doi.org/10.14749/32362587

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Empirical evidence shows socio-economic and psychological factors influence agroforestry uptake in rural households, highlighting implications for policy.

Factors influencing the uptake of agroforestry practices among rural households: empirical evidence from the KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa

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Factors influencing the uptake of agroforestry practices among rural households: empirical evidence from the KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa

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