Factors Affecting Adoption of Improved Haricot Bean Technology in West Hararghe Zone of Oromia Region, Ethiopia: A Heckman Two-step Approach

Abstract

Adoption of improved technology is one of the most promising ways to reduce food insecurity in Ethiopia. However, the adoption and dissemination of these technologies is constrained by various factors. The aim of this study was to determine intensity of adoption of improved haricot bean technology and identify factors affecting its adoption in the study area. The study was based on cross sectional data collected from 148 randomly selected improved haricot bean producing farmers. The Heckman selection model results showed that farmers with large livestock size, members of primary agricultural cooperatives, participation in haricot bean technology demonstrations and having contact with an extension agent, are more likely to adopt and implement haricot bean production technology. Strengthening the existing livestock production system through providing improved health services and forage, expanding and capacitating primary agricultural cooperatives, and increasing the number of participants on technology demonstrations and field days are recommended to facilitate adoption of improved haricot bean technology.