The Role of Seed Sharing in Promoting Agricultural Resilience and Food Security in Africa
KSh 544,500.00
The Role of Seed Sharing in Promoting Agricultural Resilience and Food Security in Africa
Budget for the Research Proposal (in KES)
Item | Cost (KES) | Reasoning |
---|---|---|
Fieldwork (Data Collection) | 100,000 | Transportation and accommodation for field research in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania. |
Surveys and Interviews | 70,000 | Administering surveys and conducting interviews with smallholder farmers. |
Research Assistants | 120,000 | Hiring research assistants for data collection and analysis. |
Seed Sample Collection & Testing | 60,000 | Costs for collecting and analyzing different seed varieties. |
Data Analysis Software | 30,000 | Software licenses (e.g., SPSS, NVivo) for quantitative and qualitative analysis. |
Workshops/Focus Groups | 50,000 | Organizing focus group discussions with farmers and stakeholders. |
Report Writing and Editing | 45,000 | Drafting, editing, and formatting of the final report. |
Miscellaneous (Printing, Supplies) | 20,000 | Printing materials, office supplies, and administrative costs. |
Contingency (10%) | 49,500 | To cover unforeseen expenses. |
Total Budget: 544,500 KES
Introduction
Seed sharing has been a traditional practice in many African communities, contributing to the preservation of indigenous varieties, enhancing food security, and promoting sustainable agriculture. With increasing climate variability, seed sharing plays a crucial role in helping farmers access diverse, climate-resilient seed varieties. This research aims to assess the benefits of seed sharing across African farming communities and its impact on agricultural resilience and food security.
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