Effect Of Selected Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies On Poverty Among Small Scale Potato Farmers In Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management
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Abstract: This study evaluates how climate-smart agricultural technologies impact poverty among small-scale potato farmers in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. It employs descriptive research and stratified sampling techniques to assess income differences and poverty indicators between technology adopters and non-adopters. Key findings reveal a drop in poverty incidence from 55.43 percent to 20.63 percent among adopters, alongside substantial increases in household income. Poverty depth and severity measures also decline significantly. The technologies examined include drip irrigation, drought-resistant seed varieties, and mulching. The authors note strong correlation between technology adoption and improved welfare outcomes, underscoring the role of innovation in lifting rural communities out of poverty. Recommendations emphasize expanding access to credit facilities, enhancing agricultural extension services, and scaling up awareness initiatives to promote adoption of climate-resilient practices. The paper provides data-backed insights that are useful for policymakers seeking to foster inclusive climate adaptation pathways through agriculture.