Adoption of Regenerative Agricultural Practices among Maize-Based Farmers in Kwara State, Nigeria

Journal of Agricultural Extension 2026 Open access

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Authors: Latifat Kehinde Olatinwo, Sola Emmanuel Komolafe, Gbolagade Benjamin Adesiji, Gabriel Paul
DOI: 10.4314/jae.v30i1.2
Cited by: 1

Abstract

This study examined the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices (RAPs) among maize based farmers in Kwara State, Nigeria. A multistage sampling procedure was used in collecting data from 158 maize-based farmers using interview schedule. Data were analysed using percentage, mean and multiple regression. The findings revealed that the respondents were aware of RAPs, yet adoption was moderate. Access to loans (β =3.314) and higher RAPs knowledge scores (β =3.055) significantly increased adoption, while greater years of farming experience (β = –0.093) reduced it at p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Agricultural Innovations and Practices Agricultural Systems and Practices Sustainable Agricultural Systems Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Agricultural Extension
Publisher
African Journals Online (AJOL)
Volume
30
Issue
1
Pages
11–18
Publication date
31 January 2026