Evaluation of the Performance of Information Competencies in the Fertilization and Trade Strategies of Small Banana Producers in Ecuador DOI Open Access

Marcela Luzuriaga-Amador,

Nibia Novillo-Luzuriaga, Fabricio Guevara-Viejó

et al.

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(3), P. 868 - 868

Published: Jan. 22, 2025

The information perceived by producers plays a crucial role in the efficient management of agricultural production chain, encompassing both fertilization and marketing processes final product. ability farmers to make effective use this depends on their behavior, technologies, adoption up-to-date technical knowledge. However, small Ecuadorian face gaps that limit access commercial knowledge, which affects productivity profitability. This study analyzed informational competencies banana provinces Guayas Los Ríos, with objective identifying causes these impact marketing. A structured survey was applied producers, evaluating five dimensions information. In addition, soil analyses were conducted 20 plantations determine correspondence between practices nutritional requirements. results showed presented more robust competencies, greater recognition needs active reliable sources. reflected aligned standards, where average values 1.21 cmol(+)/L aluminum, 8.67 magnesium, 0.87 potassium, largely complying standards for cultivation. contrast, growers Ríos spent less time searching evidenced deficiencies nutrition. highlights importance strengthening knowledge transfer improving communication systems as tools close gaps. It is recommended implement inclusive public policies training programs technologies sustainable practices. promoting creation collaborative platforms can optimize markets, facilitating direct produce.

Language: Английский

Evaluation of the Performance of Information Competencies in the Fertilization and Trade Strategies of Small Banana Producers in Ecuador DOI Open Access

Marcela Luzuriaga-Amador,

Nibia Novillo-Luzuriaga, Fabricio Guevara-Viejó

et al.

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(3), P. 868 - 868

Published: Jan. 22, 2025

The information perceived by producers plays a crucial role in the efficient management of agricultural production chain, encompassing both fertilization and marketing processes final product. ability farmers to make effective use this depends on their behavior, technologies, adoption up-to-date technical knowledge. However, small Ecuadorian face gaps that limit access commercial knowledge, which affects productivity profitability. This study analyzed informational competencies banana provinces Guayas Los Ríos, with objective identifying causes these impact marketing. A structured survey was applied producers, evaluating five dimensions information. In addition, soil analyses were conducted 20 plantations determine correspondence between practices nutritional requirements. results showed presented more robust competencies, greater recognition needs active reliable sources. reflected aligned standards, where average values 1.21 cmol(+)/L aluminum, 8.67 magnesium, 0.87 potassium, largely complying standards for cultivation. contrast, growers Ríos spent less time searching evidenced deficiencies nutrition. highlights importance strengthening knowledge transfer improving communication systems as tools close gaps. It is recommended implement inclusive public policies training programs technologies sustainable practices. promoting creation collaborative platforms can optimize markets, facilitating direct produce.

Language: Английский

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