Effects of composted double-dug beds on small farmers' livelihoods in Kenya: Conservation farming with near-nil investment

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1997

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A short summary of a study undertaken during June-August 1996 promoting composting and double-dug beds for small holders in Kenya. These practices can increase food security, reduce hunger, give cash income to even the poorest farmers, greatly improve health and at the same time enhance the quality of the physical environment, thus ensuring sustainability. Includes contact information to order the full report.

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Small-scale farming, Food security, Soil management, Soil fertility, Composting, Double-dug beds, Conservation farming, Farm/Enterprise Scale

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