Abstract
Every farming engagement is geared at obtaining utmost output. Small scale farmers draw knowledge of sustainable agro forestry practices either from resource persons or institutions. Appropriately, practical farming processes are done at an individual scale with the intension of obtaining maximum outcomes. This matches with perceptions and reality of agro forestry commitment undertaken by local farmers. This study underscores the different agricultural techniques practiced in Oku. This write up explores information gathered from focus groups, clear-cut direct observation from sowing, weeding, harvesting and storage of produce, interview of local farmers, and spot visits to selected farms within the locale. The biophysical setting of the milieu favours the practice of agro forestry. Farmers’ perception and expectations were investigated using field data, statistical findings and interview results. Obtained results revealed the positive correlation existing between perceptions and reality in the quality, quantity and variety of outputs obtained at the end of the farming season. Local techniques harnessed with modern methods positively matches perceptions and reality in this domain.
Highlights
Agro forestry remains the dominant form of cultivation put into practice by farmers in Oku
Efforts put in by farmers are accompanied with the adoption of modern agro forestry techniques making perceptions becoming a reality
The farming systems practised within this area is an adjustment of farmers to the yester years declining soil fertility caused by ignorant ways of cultivation
Summary
Agro forestry remains the dominant form of cultivation put into practice by farmers in Oku. Over the years, changes in farming techniques have been recurrent, but the adoption of sustainable agro forestry methods remains unbeatable. Changes in farming techniques have been recurrent, but the adoption of sustainable agro forestry methods remains unbeatable It is the most cherished form striking the expected balance between cultivation methods and food supply. The advent of the KMFP was closely followed by the introduction of new species of crops and fruit trees. More attention was paid on crop maintenance in farms. Farmers on their part are highly encouraged to weed, prune, water, mulch and spray when the right time comes. The farmers realised the importance of farm maintenance and no farmer neglects his crops on their farms
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