DETERMINANTS OF ADOPTING CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES AMONG SOYBEANS FARMERS IN TORO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

This study investigates the Determinants of Adopting Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices among Soybeans Farmers in Toro LGA, Bauchi State, Nigeria. The study employed a descriptive survey research design utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect data from 160 smallholder soybean farmers. Data were analysed using descriptive (frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation and rank) and inferential (multivariate probit regression model) statistical techniques. Findings revealed that mixed cropping rank first among the practices they adopted, followed by adopting early maturing varieties, whereas irrigation rank the lowest among the practices. Furthermore findings reveal that level of education, access to extension service delivery, farm size, income level positively influence smallholder soybean farmers potentials to adopt to climate smart agricultural practices. The findings underscore the necessity of tailored interventions that foster the adoption of effective climate change adaptation strategies to enhance food security among soybean farmers in the Toro Local Government Area. The study advocates for policies that prioritize access to resources, education, and innovative agricultural practices to strengthen the resilience of smallholder farmers against the adverse effects of climate change.