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    Effects of Agricultural Technology Adoption for

    Agricultural Productivity and Household Income on Small


    Scale Farmers. A Case Study of Mkushi District
    BY MUTINTA HABANYAMA

    SUPERVISOR: DR. KELVIN CHIBOMBA

    DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES
    PRESENTATION OUTLINE

    CHAPTER ONE:
    INTRODUTION
     Background of the
    CHAPTER THREE:
    study METHODOLOGY
     Statement of the CHAPTER FOUR: CHAPTER FIVE:
     Research approach  Presentation Of  Discussion
    problem CHAPTER TWO:
     Target population
     purpose of the study Literature Review The Findings
     Sampling technique
     Objectives  Data collection
     Research questions  Data analysis
     Significance of the CHAPTER SIX:
    study  Conclusions
     Theoretical  Recommendations
    framework
     Operation of
    definitions
     Limitations REFERENCES
    INTRODUCTION

    Background of the study


    • The huge challenge facing Zambia is to increase maize productivity and
    incomes of smallholder farmers, both of which have remained very low.
    Rising productivity could improve the competitive position of maize in
    both rural and urban markets. Improving the competitive position of
    maize in Zambia is also justified by the growing recognition of the need
    for new strategies for developing agriculture in semi-arid areas that are
    prone to drought. Zambia experiences recurrent droughts, which tend to
    be severest in agro-ecological region I. Zambia has experienced 4
    droughts in the last four decades. In the period 1976-2007, droughts were
    experienced in the 1986/87, 1991/92, 1994/5 and 2004/05 seasons
    (Environmental Council of Zambia, 2016; Mungoma, 2014; Thurlow et
    al., 2014). This challenge is unfortunately shared by most other countries
    in the region.
    INTRODUCTION
    RESEARCH
    STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
    OBJECTIVES
    Agriculture is the primary livelihood for about 70% of Africa's General Objective
    The study aims at assessing the effect of agricultural
    population, yet productivity remains low, posing food security
    technology adoption for agricultural productivity and
    challenges (Ayim, 2022). In Zambia, over half the population household income on small scale farmers. This shall be case
    study of Mkushi.
    lives below the poverty line, with high levels of undernutrition
    and stunting among children. In Mkushi, Zambia, smallholder
    1.3.2 Specific Objectives
    farmers face significant barriers, such as low crop yields and
     To assess the factors that influence the adoption of
    limited access to modern technologies. The low adoption rates agricultural technologies by smallholder farmers.
    of technologies like improved seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation
     To determine the extent to which agricultural technology
    systems hinder productivity and income growth (Akudugu et
    adoption affects agricultural productivity in Mkushi.
    al., 2018). This study explores the impact of agricultural
    technology adoption on crop yields and household income and  To examine the effects of agricultural technology adoption
    investigates barriers to adoption in Mkushi. on household income in Mkushi.
    RESEARCH QUESTIONS/OPERATIONS DEFINATIONS

    RESEARCH QUESTIONS OPERATION DEFINATIONS


    I. What factors influence the adoption of  Agricultural technology adoption: The process by which

    agricultural technologies by smallholder farmers acquire and use new or improved agricultural

    farmers. technologies, such as improved seed varieties, fertilizers, and

    irrigation systems. (Akudugu et al., 2018)


    II. To what extent does which agricultural
    technology adoption affects agricultural  Agricultural productivity: The measure of the efficiency with

    productivity in Mkushi. which agricultural inputs, such as land, labor, and capital, are
    converted into outputs, such as crops or livestock. ( Akudugu et al.,
    III. What are the effects of agricultural 2018)
    technology adoption on household  Smallholder farmers: Farmers who cultivate small plots of land
    income in Mkushi. and have limited resources, including access to credit and
    information. (Fischer et al., 2014).
    SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY/OPERATIONS DEFINATIONS

    SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY OPERATION DEFINATIONS


    • Research inform policy makers to promote  Agricultural technology adoption: The
    widespread adoption of technology, enhancing food process by which farmers acquire and use new
    production and food security. or improved agricultural technologies, such as
    • The study explore the role of gender dynamics, improved seed varieties, fertilizers, and
    particularly the challenges women face in accessing irrigation systems. (Akudugu et al., 2018)
    agricultural technologies, for more inclusive
    policies. It will also  Agricultural productivity: The measure of the
    • assess the environmental sustainability of efficiency with which agricultural inputs, such
    technology adoption, promoting practices that as land, labor, and capital, are converted into
    conserve natural resources while improving outputs, such as crops or livestock. (Akudugu et
    productivity. al., 2018)
    • Study aimed to demonstrate how modern farming  Smallholder farmers: Farmers who cultivate
    tools can alleviate poverty and improve living small plots of land and have limited resources,
    standards, ultimately supporting rural development. including access to credit and information.
    • the study contributes to creating targeted (Fischer et al., 2014).
    interventions that foster sustainable agricultural
    growth and economic stability.
    RESEARCH QUESTIONS/OPERATIONS DEFINATIONS

    THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK OPERATION DEFINATIONS


     Agricultural technology adoption: The
    process by which farmers acquire and use new
    or improved agricultural technologies, such as
    improved seed varieties, fertilizers, and
    irrigation systems. (Akudugu et al., 2018)
     Agricultural productivity: The measure of the
    efficiency with which agricultural inputs, such
    as land, labor, and capital, are converted into
    outputs, such as crops or livestock. (Akudugu et
    al., 2018)
     Smallholder farmers: Farmers who cultivate
    small plots of land and have limited resources,
    including access to credit and information.
    (Fischer et al., 2014).
    LIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY

    Geographical Limitation
    The study’s focus on Mkushi may limit the generalizability of its
    findings to other regions in Zambia.

    Exclusion of Larger Farms


    By focusing only on small-scale farmers, the study excludes insights
    from larger agricultural operations.

    Data Reliability and Long-Term Trends


    The study's reliance on self-reported data from smallholder farmers,
    particularly regarding income and productivity, may introduce recall
    bias or inaccuracies
    LITERATURE REVIEW

    • The study reviewed literature on the effects of agricultural technology adoption on


    productivity and household income.
    • Research indicates that adopting improved agricultural technologies, such as high-
    yield seed varieties, fertilizers, and irrigation systems, can significantly enhance
    crop yields and increase household income (Akudugu et al., 2018).
    • Increased agricultural productivity, driven by technology adoption, has the potential
    to improve food security and lift households out of poverty, especially in rural areas
    where agriculture is the main source of livelihood. However, adoption rates remain
    low due to barriers such as limited access to finance, knowledge gaps, and
    inadequate infrastructure (Ayim, 2022). This study aimed to fill the knowledge gap
    on the impact of technology adoption on smallholder farmers’ productivity and
    income, particularly in rural Zambia.
    METHODOLOGY

    STUDY AREA

    The study was conducted in


    Mkushi district of Zambia

    Study Approach Quantitative


    Target population Small Scale farmers
    Study sample 329 technology adopters and non-adopters
    Sampling procedure Random and Purposive
    Data collection tools Survey questionnaire, KII,
    Data Analysis SPSS-Regression model and other statistical tests
    PRESENTATIONS OF THE FINDINGS

    Demographic Characteristics and general views of respondents.

    Figure 2. Demographic characteristics of household respondents


    PRESENTATIONS OF THE FINDINGS

    Agricultural technology adoption and Agricultural productivity


    Technology Adoption and Household Income
     Scatter plot illustrates the impact of technology adoption on household income

     Positive correlation observed between adoption rate and income increase

     Adoption rate of agricultural technologies rises, household income percentage also increases

     Red trend line with a confidence band shows a steady upward trend.

     Households with higher technology adoption rates generally experience greater income growth.
    DISCUSSION

     The study reveals that socio-economic factors, such as  Agricultural technology adoption has led
    age, education, and gender, significantly influence to significant productivity and income
    agricultural technology adoption among smallholder gains in Mkushi, similar to patterns
    farmers, reflecting broader trends in Sub-Saharan observed across SSA. Improved yields
    Africa (SSA). Younger and more educated farmers tend from technologies like drought-resistant
    to adopt new technologies more readily, while female crops enhance food security and reduce
    farmers face greater barriers due to limited access to reliance on imports (Ayim, 2022).
    resources (Michels et al., 2019; Ragasa & Mazundule,
    2018).  Higher productivity also raises household
    income, allowing smallholders to
     Credit access is critical for adoption, as it allows reinvest, improve their quality of life, and
    farmers to invest in high-quality inputs, but high purchase diverse foods, enhancing
    interest rates and collateral demands often limit nutrition and resilience (Kansiime et al.,
    formal credit options (Manda et al., 2016). 2018; Michels et al., 2019). Thus,
    Microfinance and mobile banking emerge as potential technology adoption not only boosts
    solutions to these financial constraints in SSA (Ragasa crop yields but also promotes economic
    & Mazundule, 2018). stability and food security.
    CONCLUSION

    CONCLUSION RECOMMENDATIONS
    The study concludes that adopting agricultural  The findings indicated financial barriers hinder technology
    technologies significantly boosts productivity and adoption. The study recommends expanding affordable
    household income among smallholder farmers in Sub- credit options, microfinance, and input subsidies to make
    Saharan Africa (SSA), offering economic and food technology accessible.
    security benefits that extend beyond individual
    households to the wider economy. Key factors  The findings indicated inadequate infrastructure limits
    influencing adoption include education level, access to access. The study recommends investing in rural roads and
    credit, and farm size, suggesting a need to address storage facilities to enhance market access and reduce
    educational and financial disparities to promote losses, encouraging technology adoption.
    equitable access to technology. However, barriers such
    as limited financial resources, inadequate  The findings indicated a lack of agricultural knowledge
    infrastructure, and cultural preferences for traditional among farmers. The study recommends strengthening
    methods continue to hinder widespread adoption. To digital agricultural extension services and public-private
    maximize the economic potential of technology partnerships to provide timely information.
    adoption in SSA’s agricultural sector, the study
    recommends targeted policy interventions,  The findings indicated peer support aids adoption. The
    infrastructure improvements, and educational study recommends promoting cooperatives, and farmer
    programs to create a supportive environment for field schools to build trust in technology and share
    sustainable agricultural transformation. resources.
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    Michels, M. et al. (2019). Understanding the Adoption of Crop Protection Smartphone Apps — An Application of the Unified Theory of
    Acceptance and Use of Technology.

    Ruzzante, S. (2021). Adoption of Agricultural Technology in the Developing World: AMeta-Analysis of the Empirical Literature. World
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    Mignouna, B., Manyong, M., Rusike, J., Mutabazi, S., & Senkondo, M. (2011). Determinants of Adopting Imazapyr-Resistant Maize Technology and its
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    Fisher, M., & Kandiwa, V. (2014). Can agricultural input subsidies reduce the gender gap in modern maize adoption?
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