Database research record2001·Kenya
Agroforestry Practices and Soil Fertility Enhancement in Kibera Slums: A Longitudinal Study on Yield Gains and Farmer Adoption
Waweru Mutambi, Mwangi Kariuki, Kibet Nderitu
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Urban Farm DB summary
This longitudinal study evaluated the effects of agroforestry practices (integrated tree-crop systems) on yield gains and farmer adoption rates in the Kibera slums of Nairobi, Kenya, using surveys and soil analysis as quantitative data collection methods. Preliminary findings indicate that integrated tree-crop systems produced a statistically significant 12% increase in maize yields (95% CI: 6-18%) compared to conventional farming practices. Farmer adoption rates rose from 40% at baseline to 70% after one year of intervention.