Socio-technical fertiliser interventions to enhance on-farm productivity
PhD defence
In short- 12 February 2026
- 13.00 - 14.30 h
- Auditorium Omnia, building 105, Wageningen Campus
- Livestream available
Summary
Findings from this thesis emphasize the critical role of management practices — such as mineral fertilizer, mulch, and manure — in shaping soil properties and enhancing maize productivity highlighting how farmers can leverage mulching and manure applications, alongside improved seeds, to mitigate climate-related constraints and boost yields in smallholder systems.
PhD Candidate
The Candidate of the PhD defence "Socio-technical fertiliser interventions to enhance on-farm productivity".
Organisational unit
Wageningen University & Research, Centre for Crop Systems Analysis, PE&RC
Location
PhD candidate
Promotor(s)
Co-Promotor(s)
External Promotor(s)
Comfort Freeman, University of Ghana, Legon
External Co-Promotor(s)
Mohamed El Gharous, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Marrakesh