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This research aims to compare crop yields between agroforestry and conventional farming methods among female farmers in Ghana's Upper East Region.

February 27, 2026Open Access

Agroforestry Practices Among Female Farmers in Ghana's Upper East Region: Yield Comparisons and Adoption Strategies

Key Points

This research aims to compare crop yields between agroforestry and conventional farming methods among female farmers in Ghana's Upper East Region.
Conducted field surveys and interviews with female farmers in the Upper East Region.
Compared crop yields of agroforestry practices to conventional farming methods.
Analyzed responses to identify barriers and incentives for adopting agroforestry.
Female farmers reported a 20% average increase in crop yields with agroforestry.
Significant yield improvements were observed in maize and cassava crops.
Recommendations include incentives such as training and market access to promote agroforestry adoption.

Abstract

Agroforestry practices have gained attention for their potential to enhance agricultural productivity in resource-limited environments such as Ghana's Upper East Region. A mixed-methods approach combining field surveys with farmer interviews in the Upper East Region. Female farmers practicing agroforestry reported an average 20% increase in crop yields compared to conventional farming methods, with significant yield increases observed in maize and cassava crops. Agroforestry practices are viable alternatives for enhancing agricultural productivity among female farmers in the Upper East Region of Ghana. Incentives should be provided to encourage agroforestry adoption by female farmers, including training programmes and access to market linkages.

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