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PARI Research Outputs

PARI research focuses on identifying and scaling promising agricultural innovations for agricultural growth and food security in Africa and India.

Mechanization and Skills Development for Productivity Growth, Employment and Value Addition: Insights from Kenya

2020 F. Makini, L. Mose, G. Kamau, N. Wawire, B. Salasya, W. Mulinge, M. Makelo, S. Makokha, E. Thuranira

This study compares different institutional options for mechanization, including state-led procurement and distribution of machinery and private sector activities; assesses opinions and policy beliefs with regard to policy instruments and effects on mechanization, youth and digitalization; assesses the state of skills development for mechanization and; assesses the effects of agricultural mechanization on rural communities.

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Socioeconomic Perspectives of Jain Irrigation Project in Kibwezi, Kenya

2020 F.W. Makini, L.O. Mose, B. Salasya, W. Mulinge, G.M. Kamau, S. Makokha, E. Thuranira

The study attempts to collect and review all the available data on the overall performance of a jain irrigation project, particularly on the agricultural, social, institutional and commercial aspects; carry out economic and social analysis on the performance of the project; evaluate the impact of the project, and document lessons learnt about what has made the project achieve or not achieve stipulated project objectives.

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