Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Shyam Kumar Basnet Author-X-Name-First: Shyam Kumar Author-X-Name-Last: Basnet Title: Analysing and measuring the economic effects of zero-tillage technology: the case of the rice-wheat cropping system of the Indo-Gangetic Plains Abstract: Conventional tillage is the predominant tillage practice in the rice-wheat system of the Indo-Gangetic Plains (IGPs). However, it often delays wheat sowing and reduces yield in instances of late maturity of rice. Zero tillage (ZT) technology facilitates the early sowing of wheat and avoids yield loss due to terminal heat stress. This paper measures the economic impacts of ZT technology on wheat yield and costs of tillage operations and herbicide use in the rice-wheat system. We conducted a farm household survey of 353 farmers in the Karnal and Rupandehi districts of the IGP region. A propensity score matching technique is applied with a specification of non-parametric kernel density function to measure the empirical evidence. The results showed that, although zero tillage does not lead to a promising premium in the wheat yield from early sowing, farmers benefit from the technology thanks to strong cost-saving effects (14.54%-19.73%) on tillage operations. In Karnal, the current level of herbicide use is slightly higher (by 1.06%) in ZT plots, but the lower expenditure in Rupandehi illustrates future prospects for a gradual decline in herbicide use with the uptake of ZT technology. Journal: Int. J. of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology Pages: 38-62 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2021 Keywords: zero tillage; impact assessment; propensity score matching; PSM; non-parametric specification. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=119648 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijarge:v:17:y:2021:i:1:p:38-62 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hemza Ouaret Author-X-Name-First: Hemza Author-X-Name-Last: Ouaret Author-Name: Ammar Drias Author-X-Name-First: Ammar Author-X-Name-Last: Drias Title: Analysis of environmental changes resulting from the intensification of poultry production systems by rural families in Algeria Abstract: This paper presents an analysis of the results of a field survey of 870 rural families (RF) in northern Algeria on the dynamics of family poultry (FP) activity. It also highlights the mechanisms of the new orientation of rural households that held onto the agricultural activity and resorted to the intensification of poultry production systems (IPPS), as well as studies the environmental changes based on the concept of 'causality' according to the driving force-pressure-state-impact-response (DPSIR). IPPS activity has been shown to be a driving force reflected in three environmental pressures: infrastructure expansion, excessive use of chemical technology and the increase in wrong agricultural practices. These pressures lead to a change in the environmental functions and leave impacts on social, economic and environmental dimensions in light of the absence of response to mitigate or correct the adverse effects and the low level of environmental awareness among breeders. The study concluded that there is a weak to moderate correlation between the adherence of rural families to the activity of family poultry and their tendency to intensify poultry production systems, and the topographic characteristics of their geographical location. Journal: Int. J. of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology Pages: 63-80 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2021 Keywords: family poultry; rural development; agricultural policy; agricultural technology; environmental impact; DPSIR; Algeria. 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Handle: RePEc:ids:ijarge:v:17:y:2021:i:1:p:63-80 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Amada Hidalgo Gallardo Author-X-Name-First: Amada Hidalgo Author-X-Name-Last: Gallardo Author-Name: Ruth Leticia Hidalgo Gallardo Author-X-Name-First: Ruth Leticia Hidalgo Author-X-Name-Last: Gallardo Author-Name: Álvaro Dias Author-X-Name-First: Álvaro Author-X-Name-Last: Dias Author-Name: Ruth Ortiz Zarco Author-X-Name-First: Ruth Ortiz Author-X-Name-Last: Zarco Author-Name: Leandro Pereira Author-X-Name-First: Leandro Author-X-Name-Last: Pereira Title: Implications of international cooperation on environmental protection: the case of agricultural sector of Mexico Abstract: The purpose of this research is to disclose the need of the developing countries of economic, technological and training resources to be able to show progress in the mitigation and adaptation of the states: the case of Mexico and its agricultural sector. Using a qualitative research design under Pattacini and Weisstaub (2009) regarding international cooperation as a key element for the country's modernisation, also with the support of the ideology of Keohane and Nye regarding complex interdependence. It is observed that despite Mexico implementing a normative and institutional platform, there are still some isolated sectors such as the agricultural, which requires the application of new production processes through new technologies, innovation, and training. Journal: Int. J. of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology Pages: 1-14 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2021 Keywords: international cooperation; environment; Mexico; agricultural sector. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=119652 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijarge:v:17:y:2021:i:1:p:1-14 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jayasree Krishnankutty Author-X-Name-First: Jayasree Author-X-Name-Last: Krishnankutty Author-Name: Rajesh K. Raju Author-X-Name-First: Rajesh K. Author-X-Name-Last: Raju Author-Name: Michael Blakeney Author-X-Name-First: Michael Author-X-Name-Last: Blakeney Author-Name: Kadambot H.M. Siddique Author-X-Name-First: Kadambot H.M. Author-X-Name-Last: Siddique Title: Is traditional rice reviving? An exploratory study in Kerala, India Abstract: Traditional rice systems are holistic systems, resilient, eco-friendly and a key to nutrition security but unfortunately, in decline. Traditional cultivation that uses local rice varieties appears to withstand the impacts of climate change. Many agencies in rice producing countries are working towards the revival of traditional rice varieties. This study explored the traditional rice farming scenario in Kerala, India. We looked at the farmers who cultivated traditional rice varieties, their satisfaction levels and what factors will possibly lead to the sustainability of traditional rice cultivation. The study found some emerging types of new rice farmers who were more satisfied with traditional rice cultivation. Marketed surplus, education, area and institutional support were identified as the key factors that lead to successful farm enterprises. While there were positive indicators for the sustainability of traditional rice, how far they will endure in the future is unclear. Journal: Int. J. of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology Pages: 15-37 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2021 Keywords: traditional rice cultivation; Kerala; emerging farmers; factors; sustainability; India. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=119653 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijarge:v:17:y:2021:i:1:p:15-37 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Noël Thiombiano Author-X-Name-First: Noël Author-X-Name-Last: Thiombiano Author-Name: Youmanli Ouoba Author-X-Name-First: Youmanli Author-X-Name-Last: Ouoba Title: Factors affecting farmer participation and willingness to pay for farmland conservation and protection programs in Burkina Faso Abstract: Sustainable management of land is a key issue in Burkina Faso where agriculture accounts for 48% of the GDP of the country. This study aims to identify the factors explaining the decisions of farmers to participate both in the protection and conservation of farmland. A survey of 330 farming households was conducted in the southwest region of the country where land degradation is a key issue for farmers. Using double hurdle models, the results indicate that income, social capital and land ownership are the main determinants of farmers' decisions to participate in farmland protection and conservation. The intensity of this participation depends on the education level of the household head. This study provides evidence that farmers are more sensitive to farmland protection than to its conservation. A policy increasing agricultural income for farmers will enable them to join a local agricultural land management initiative and could encourage them to find endogenous solutions for sustainable land management. Journal: Int. J. of Agricultural Resources, Governance and Ecology Pages: 81-98 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2021 Keywords: farmland protection and conservation; farmer willingness to pay; double hurdle; Burkina Faso. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=119658 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijarge:v:17:y:2021:i:1:p:81-98