Boosting Crop Yields and Farm Profits for Small Farmers Using Green Manures
Jenn Hoskins
28th July, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- In Nyabihu District, Rwanda, combining Alnus acuminata green manure (AGM) with inorganic fertilizer significantly increased maize and bean yields by up to 87% compared to unfertilized plots
- The combination of AGM and inorganic fertilizer was the most profitable for potato farmers, showing the highest value-to-cost ratio (VCR) of 24.6
- Despite the benefits, the VCR for maize and beans was lower, indicating economic challenges for farmers growing these crops due to low crop prices
AgricultureSustainabilityPlant Science
References
Main Study
1) Enhancing crop productivity and its economic farm profitabilty of smallholder farmer through the use of green manures from Alnus acuminata
Published 27th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1186/s43170-024-00271-w
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