Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District.
The study examined land use and its impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-county, Mitooma District. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to identify the factors influencing farmers’ decision-making regarding land management, to analyze the impact of existing land us...
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| description | The study examined land use and its impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-county, Mitooma District. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to identify the factors influencing farmers’ decision-making regarding land management, to analyze the impact of existing land use practices on agricultural productivity, and to recommend strategies for improving sustainable land use practices and enhancing agricultural productivity in Mutara sub-county, Mitooma District. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey design where both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed. For this to be achieved, the researcher used 99 Respondents using Sloven’s formula. The Population of this study will comprise household heads, Sub-county Community Development Officers, Agricultural Officers, LCIII, and Parish Chief from one of the parishes of Mutara sub-county because they are the basis of the study and this will provide the relevant answers to the study questions. Sampling techniques used included purposive sampling and simple random sampling and the data collection tools used included questionnaires and interview guides. Descriptive analysis was used to determine the proportions and frequency of the variables. The findings revealed that the cost of inputs such as fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, labor, and machinery significantly influences farmers' decisions about which crops to grow and how to manage their land hence this is represented by 57% who strongly agreed, 49% who agreed and 4% disagreed. The findings revealed that sustainable land management practices, such as crop rotation, cover cropping, and reduced tillage, can improve soil structure, fertility, and water retention capacity as revealed by 62% who strongly agreed, 28% who agreed, 27% disagreed and 11% strongly disagreed. The findings also revealed that improving soil fertility is crucial for enhancing agricultural productivity. They noted that farmers should be encouraged to use organic fertilizers such as compost or manure instead of relying solely on chemical fertilizers. For instance, establishing community composting programs can help recycle organic waste into valuable fertilizer while promoting sustainable practices. This was represented by as represented 52% who strongly agreed, 43% who agreed and 5% disagreed. The study concludes that Collaborative farming initiatives within communities have shown positive results in enhancing productivity by pooling resources for better input access and shared knowledge on best practices. The study concluded that Traditional farming methods and cultural beliefs significantly influence land management decisions. Some farmers may resist adopting new technologies or practices due to adherence to traditional methods passed down through generations. The study recommended regularly conducting assessments of current land use practices to evaluate their effectiveness in enhancing agricultural productivity. This should involve analyzing crop yields, soil health, and biodiversity levels. |
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| spelling | oai:idr.kab.ac.ug:20.500.12493-26572024-12-31T00:02:21Z Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. Tusingwire, Pamellah Land Use Impact Agricultural Productivity Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District The study examined land use and its impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-county, Mitooma District. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to identify the factors influencing farmers’ decision-making regarding land management, to analyze the impact of existing land use practices on agricultural productivity, and to recommend strategies for improving sustainable land use practices and enhancing agricultural productivity in Mutara sub-county, Mitooma District. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey design where both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed. For this to be achieved, the researcher used 99 Respondents using Sloven’s formula. The Population of this study will comprise household heads, Sub-county Community Development Officers, Agricultural Officers, LCIII, and Parish Chief from one of the parishes of Mutara sub-county because they are the basis of the study and this will provide the relevant answers to the study questions. Sampling techniques used included purposive sampling and simple random sampling and the data collection tools used included questionnaires and interview guides. Descriptive analysis was used to determine the proportions and frequency of the variables. The findings revealed that the cost of inputs such as fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, labor, and machinery significantly influences farmers' decisions about which crops to grow and how to manage their land hence this is represented by 57% who strongly agreed, 49% who agreed and 4% disagreed. The findings revealed that sustainable land management practices, such as crop rotation, cover cropping, and reduced tillage, can improve soil structure, fertility, and water retention capacity as revealed by 62% who strongly agreed, 28% who agreed, 27% disagreed and 11% strongly disagreed. The findings also revealed that improving soil fertility is crucial for enhancing agricultural productivity. They noted that farmers should be encouraged to use organic fertilizers such as compost or manure instead of relying solely on chemical fertilizers. For instance, establishing community composting programs can help recycle organic waste into valuable fertilizer while promoting sustainable practices. This was represented by as represented 52% who strongly agreed, 43% who agreed and 5% disagreed. The study concludes that Collaborative farming initiatives within communities have shown positive results in enhancing productivity by pooling resources for better input access and shared knowledge on best practices. The study concluded that Traditional farming methods and cultural beliefs significantly influence land management decisions. Some farmers may resist adopting new technologies or practices due to adherence to traditional methods passed down through generations. The study recommended regularly conducting assessments of current land use practices to evaluate their effectiveness in enhancing agricultural productivity. This should involve analyzing crop yields, soil health, and biodiversity levels. 2024-12-30T17:00:39Z 2024-12-30T17:00:39Z 2024 Thesis Tusingwire, Pamellah (2024). Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. Kabale: Kabale University. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12493/2657 en Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/ application/pdf Kabale University |
| spellingShingle | Land Use Impact Agricultural Productivity Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District Tusingwire, Pamellah Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title | Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title_full | Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title_fullStr | Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title_full_unstemmed | Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title_short | Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. |
| title_sort | land use and is impact on agricultural productivity in mutara sub county mitooma district |
| topic | Land Use Impact Agricultural Productivity Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District |
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