Adoption of Rice Technology Package in Fogera District: A Multivariate Probit Approach
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https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v13is2.3458-3467.7964Keywords:
Adoption, rice technology package, multivariate probit, farmers’ decisionsAbstract
Various studies in Ethiopia have explored factors influencing rice technology adoption, primarily focusing on improved rice varieties. One study compiled from the data collected in 2018 included rice technology packages but excluded rice seed rates. Given the evolving socioeconomic landscape, this study aimed to identify factors determining the adoption of rice technology packages in the Fogera district during the 2023 cropping season. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study selected 301 rice-farming households from three kebeles: Kidist-Hana, Kuhar-Michael, and Abuha-Kokit, using systematic random sampling. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions involving five informants and 15 groups. A multivariate probit model analyzed the factors influencing farmers’ decisions regarding rice technology packages. Results revealed that: sex, number of oxen, income from rice sales, and membership in rice seed multiplication, mobile ownership, extension contact, and credit received positively influenced the adoption of improved varieties. Conversely, age, rice cultivation area, crop diversification, and distance to all-weather roads negatively influenced adoption. For chemical fertilizer adoption, positive influences included the number of oxen, income from rice sales, participation in rice demonstrations, and credit use, while rice cultivation area had a negative effect. Regarding recommended rice seed rates, sex, oxen number, membership in rice seed multiplication, mobile phone use, and credit access were significant positive factors, while rice cultivation area and distance to all-weather roads negatively affected adoption. It is recommended that the Amhara Credit and Saving Institution should enhance access to credit services, while district agricultural offices must improve extension services for rice technology. Maderie and Tikdem cooperatives should provide advisory support to farmers use improved varieties, and the Fogera National Rice Research and Training Centre should supply pre-basic seeds. Additionally, the government should promote labor-saving technologies, improve infrastructure, and encourage participation in demonstration events.
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