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Adoption of Agricultural Water Management Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Rongai Sub-County, Kenya

Mercy Wagaitheri Mwangi, Fredrick Ngesa & Susan M.Wanyaga Mwaniki · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Agricultural water management refers to the planning, development, distribution, and efficient use of water resources for agricultural purposes. Effective agricultural water management is vital for sustainable farming, especially in the face of climate change and increasing deman...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82807

Farmers’ Socio-Economic Characteristics Influencing Poultry-egg Availability in Bade Local Government Area, Yobe State, Nigeria

Galadima, M, Makinde, O.J., Musa, A.R & Nandi, J. A · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Birds are pivotal in human diet as they produce quality eggs for animal protein which is required for healthy growth of an individual. Nigeria with poor animal protein consumption stemming from unavailability, thus, this research aimed at analyzing the socio-economic factors infl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82806

Women's Participation in Climate-resilient Homestead Gardening in Bangladesh’s Haor Region: A Localised Pathway to Achieving SDGs 2, 5, and 13

Md. Fahim Faisal, Md. Muntaseer Al Mamun, Zasia Sultana, Alia Taj Nun Mimu, Jannatul Nayma Bona, Md. Foysal Bari, Tahmid Bin Shabab & Md. Shahniamatullah · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Climate-resilient homestead gardening is one effective approach that enables rural households, particularly women, to sustain food production throughout the year by applying flexible methods suited to shifting environmental challenges. In rural Bangladesh, homestead gardening typ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82805

The Role of Local Cuisine: Building Nutritional Adequacy and Food Security of Indigenous Communities

Holy Mercy Divina Matla & Smitha K. P. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

India, one of the 12 mega-biodiversity countries, hosts a rich diversity of traditional and wild foods. The indigenous knowledge of these foods is vital for sustaining their utilization and enhancing sustainable nutrition security. However, tribal communities face significant cha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82804

Relationship between Profile of Ornamental Nursery Owners and Their Entrepreneurial Behaviour: An Ex-Post-Facto Research Study

P. N. Patel, S. B. Patel, Sanjay V C & R. M. Naik · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Focus of the Study/Aims/Objectives: The study investigates the relationship between the profile of ornamental nursery owners and their entrepreneurial behaviour. Research Design: The ex-post facto research design was used. Sample Size and Sampling Techniques: The present study wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82802

Influence of Fertilizer Subsidy Policy on Land Allocation for Rice Production in Western Kenya

Joseph Newton O. Okech, Leo Ogallo, John Ojiem, Mercy Rewe & Oyata Balah · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

It is recognized that one of the factors that hinders realization of the goals set out in the Kenya’s Agricultural Policy, is the high cost of farm inputs that limits smallholder rice farmers’ capacity to expand area under rice cultivation. This study, therefore,  examines how Ke...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i82803

Adoption of Climate-smart Agriculture Innovations in Drought-prone Regions: A Global Bibliometric Review (2016-2025)

Mst Rahima Khatun, Md Ruhul Amin, A K M Kanak Pervez, Md Mahedi & Md. Bulbul Ahmmed · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

The 21st century has seen rapid changes in global climate, and agriculture, being strongly dependent on local weather and natural resources, is thus one of the most affected sectors. The adoption of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) innovations is indispensable in promoting drought...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72801

Economic Vulnerability of Tribal Households in Southern India: The Role of on-Timber Forest Products

Cenmichon Khodang, Chitra Parayil, Abhishek S, Samananda Keisham & Arnab Roy · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

This study quantitatively assessed the economic vulnerability of tribal households in the Wayand District of Kerala, India with a specific focus on their dependence on Non timber Forest Products (Medicinal plants) as a primary livelihood source. A survey of 90 tribal households w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72800

Assessment of Training Needs for Pangas Fish Farmers in Disease Management: A Study in Selected Areas of Trishal Upazila, Mymensingh District, Bangladesh

Sharmin Akter, Md. Rezanul Islam Nayon, Mohammed Nasir Uddin, Solaiman Saad & Md. Abid Hasan · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Enhancing the capacity of fish farmers is crucial for ensuring the profitability and sustainability of aquaculture in Bangladesh. Therefore, the study aimed to assess the training needs of fish farmers in managing diseases affecting Pangasius hypophthalmus (Pangas) and to identif...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72798

Rice Farmers’ Perception on Subsidized Fertilizer Distribution and Technical Advice on Fertilizer Utilization in Western Kenya

Joseph Newton O. Okech, Leo Ogallo, John Ojiem, Mercy Rewe & Oyata Balah · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

This study examined farmers perceptions on subsidized fertilizer distribution mechanisms and agricultural extension services in Western Kenya. It sought to determine how the technical guidance influenced the fertilizer use efficiency and system-level obstacles to fair access to i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72799

Effect of Fertilizer Subsidy Policy on Rice Productivity: A Cross-sectional Survey among Smallholder Rice Farmers in Western Kenya

Joseph Newton O. Okech, Vincent Were, Leo Ogallo, John Ojiem, Mercy Rewe & Oyata Balah · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Rice farming remains an important pillar of Kenya's economy due to its positive impact on increasing household food security, raising farmers’ income, and providing employment. However, domestic rice production still falls short of demand. This study aimed to assess the effect of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72797

Hedonic Price Analysis of Beef Cattle Attributes in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

Ghide, A. A., Mohammed, S. T., Umar, A. S. S & Ibrahim, A. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

The study examined the effects of beef cattle attributes on its price in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. Primary data collected from a sample of 100 cattle buyers, chosen through convenience sampling, were utilized for the study. . Frequencies, percentages and hedonic pricing mo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72796

An Assessment of Structural Change in Sugarcane Cropping Pattern in Karnataka: Evidence from Markov Chain Analysis

Jainuddin S.M., Stephan Raj, Rajshekhar Basanayak & Prabhuling Tevari · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Aims: The present study was undertaken in Kalaburagi with the overall objective of determining the structural change in sugarcane cropping pattern in Kalyana-Karnataka region. Study Design: The study was conducted in Kalaburagi district of Karnataka state especially focused to Ka...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72794

The Marketing Channels of Chia and Their Efficiency in Kalyana-Karnataka Region, India

Shiva Kumar, Jainuddin S M, Bhoomika & KIRAN NAIK A · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is an emerging super foodsuperfood and medicinal plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family, and the centre of origin is in mountain areas of Guatemala and Mexico. Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is gaining prominence as a superfood and medicinal plant within t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72795

Decomposition Analysis of Soybean Production in Yawatmal District of Maharashtra

Rode Payal Sewakram, Gourav Kumar Vani, Deepak Rathi, Kamini Bisht & Umesh Singh · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2025

Yawatmal is among the major Soybean producing districts in the Maharashtra state. In year 2021-22, Yawatmal contributed to 6.26 per cent of total area under Soybean cultivation and 5.23 per cent of total production of Soybean in Maharashtra which is among the largest producer sta...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2025/v43i72792