Farmers' Perspectives on a New Tsetse Control Method in Burkina Faso
Author Information
Author(s): Fanny Bouyer, Hamadou Seyni, Adakal Hassane, Lancelot Renaud, Stachurski Frédéric, Belem Adrien M. G., Bouyer Jérémy
Primary Institution: Centre International de Recherche-Développement sur l'Elevage en zone Sub-humide (CIRDES), Burkina Faso
Hypothesis
What factors influence the adoption of a new tsetse control method among farmers in Burkina Faso?
Conclusion
The study identified three groups of farmers with varying adoption rates of the new tsetse control method, influenced by technical support and socio-economic factors.
Supporting Evidence
- Farmers' knowledge of the epidemiological system had a low impact on the adoption process.
- Technical support significantly influenced the adoption rate of the footbath method.
- Three clusters of farmers were identified based on their adoption intensity.
Takeaway
Farmers in Burkina Faso have different opinions about a new way to control tsetse flies, and some find it easier to use than others.
Methodology
The study involved surveys of 72 farmers to assess their adoption of a new tsetse control method using footbaths.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data from farmers regarding their practices and perceptions.
Limitations
The study focused only on peri-urban areas and may not represent all farming contexts in Burkina Faso.
Participant Demographics
Farmers from peri-urban areas of Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso, with varying levels of education and farming practices.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.03
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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