The Level of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Toward Organic Fertilizer Adoption among Almond Smallholder Farmers in Uruzgan, Afghanistan
The Level of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Toward Organic Fertilizer Adoption among Almond Smallholder Farmers in Uruzgan, Afghanistan
Abdul Hadi Wasil1,2*, Jasmin Arif Shah1, Nur Bahiah Mohamed Haris1, Sardar M. Hashimi3 and Khal Mohammad Ahmadzai4
ABSTRACT
This study examined the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice toward organic fertilizer adoption in Uruzgan, Afghanistan. A total of 116 structured questionnaires were distributed to almond smallholder farmers in the Tarin Kowt district. The results revealed a medium level of knowledge and attitude, and a high level of practice toward organic fertilizer adoption among the almond smallholder farmers. The finding showed that 97.4% of the farmers used cow manure and 20.7% used poultry manure. About 62.9% of the farmers used 0.67-1.08 tons of organic fertilizer per acre and all (100%) farmers used it in the fall season. The result further showed that friends, family members and radio are the main sources of information. The major problems limiting almond production were pests and disease, limited access to certified almonds varieties, limited access to organic fertilizers, lack of market availability for almonds and limited access to extension services. This research provides indicators of organic and inorganic fertilizer use, as well as insights for policymakers to better consider the sustainable application of organic fertilizer and its adoption among farmers in order to achieve sustainable development.
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