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DOI: 10.31248/JAERE
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Knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions: Understanding regenerative agriculture among vegetable farmers in Cross River State, Nigeria
https://doi.org/10.31248/JAERE2025.015 | Article Number: 8749A1B81 | Vol.2 (2) - April 2025
Received Date: 07 February 2025 | Accepted Date: 26 February 2025 | Published Date: 30 April 2025
Authors: Ovat, K. E. , Ayi, N. A.* , Adesope, O. M. , Idiku, F. O. and Osim, O. O.
Keywords: Cross River State, regenerative agriculture, sustainable farming, vegetable farmers.
This study investigated the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of vegetable farmers regarding regenerative agriculture (RA) in Cross River State, Nigeria. With the backdrop of increasing environmental degradation and the need for sustainable agricultural practices, the research aimed to assess the current understanding of RA among farmers, identify the challenges they face in its implementation. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 300 farmers through structured surveys and focus group discussions. The majority (78%) of respondents were young and female smallholder farmers. While farmers acknowledge RA’s potential benefits such as food security (
= 3.3) and improved soil health ( = 2.5) adoption remains limited due to financial constraints (81.3%) and insufficient training (78.0%). Moreover, the study highlights a critical gap in awareness of fundamental RA practices, which underscores the need for comprehensive educational programs and financial support. The findings advocate for community engagement initiatives and policy advocacy to foster a supportive environment for the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. This research contributes to the understanding of RA's role in enhancing agricultural sustainability and resilience, providing a framework for future interventions aimed at empowering farmers in Cross River State.
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