Agroecology is identified as an important solution to increase the sustainability of
agricultural and food systems. Despite the increasing number of publications assessing the …

The replacement of chemical fertilizer with organic fertilizer has been shown to boost soil
fertility and crop yield. However, there is limited information on fertilization schemes suitable …

Cultivating hybrid rice variety has the potential to fulfill the ever-increasing demand for rice in
Bangladesh due to its high yield. This study is intended to explore the determinants and …

Extensive and improper use of agrochemicals by the farmers is disrupting environmental
conditions and endangering human health. The use of organic inputs is the most reasonable …

As a safe alternative to hazardous agrochemicals, food waste compost could prevent human
health hazards and environmental degradation. Food waste composting has not garnered …

Food security is touted as an essential condition for social growth. Yet, the food deficit is
rampant among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa. Besides, farm productivity is …

Existing research on farmers' behavior of organic fertilizers application usually focuses on
individual and household characteristics without considering external social characteristics …

Rice agriculture provides millions of households with a steady source of income and
employment. However, for small and marginal farmers, the exorbitant cost of production …

The presence and reproduction of pathogens in soil environment have significant negative
impacts on soil security and human health in urban-rural ecosystem. Rapid urbanization has …

Fertilizer prices have risen worldwide since the end of 2021. In this context, the value of
organic fertilizers has also changed from the farmers' perspective. Hence, an open question …