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Contributions of Mango and Local Agrarian Adaptation Strategies Deployed by Mango Farmers for the Sustainability of Livelihoods in Makueni County, Kenya

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  • Dominic Kioko

    (Pwani University)

  • Prof. Okeyo Benards

    (Pwani University)

  • Prof.Mohamed K. Timamy

    (Pwani University)

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Mango (Mangifera indica) is one of the most popular fruits worldwide, enjoyed by millions of people across many countries. It is a key tropical fruit produced in over 90 countries globally. Despite its wide cultivation, mango production per tree is often lower than its potential, with current yields averaging 180-200 fruits per tree, compared to the potential of 500 fruits per tree, signaling a significant gap in productivity. This study aimed to investigate the contribution of mango farming to local livelihoods and the strategies employed by farmers to enhance its performance and productivity in the drylands of Makueni County, Kenya.

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  • Dominic Kioko & Prof. Okeyo Benards & Prof.Mohamed K. Timamy, 2025. "Contributions of Mango and Local Agrarian Adaptation Strategies Deployed by Mango Farmers for the Sustainability of Livelihoods in Makueni County, Kenya," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 1728-1737, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:1728-1737
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    1. Odusola, Ayodele, 2017. "Agriculture, Rural Poverty and Income Inequality in sub-Saharan Africa," UNDP Africa Economists Working Papers 266998, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
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