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Fertilizers in Agricultural Production: An Analysis of the Perception of Use

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analyze the perception of farmers on the use of fertilizers in agricultural production in the Cunas Valley, Junín, Peru, addressing the dependence of these inputs for agricultural productivity and the various factors that influence their use. Using a qualitative approach, 250 farmers were studied and a sample of 47 was selected through non-probabilistic convenience sampling. Data collection was carried out in two stages: open interviews with 7 farmers and a questionnaire with 40 farmers. The results showed that fertilizers are crucial, especially for crops such as potatoes and corn, with a notable preference for diammonium phosphate (72.5%), potassium chloride (57.5%) and ammonium nitrate (37.5%). However, 92.5% of farmers face difficulties in acquiring fertilizers, despite a 70% increase in its availability. The conclusion highlights the need for government policies that improve the accessibility and distribution of fertilizers, and specifically support small and medium-scale farmers to ensure sustainable agricultural development in the region.

Keywords

fertilizers, consumer economics, empirical analysis, agriculture, natural resources, energy, environment, other primary products, Peru

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Author Biography

Sol Valeria Vicente-Solano

Bachiller en economía. 

Margarita Elhiz Calle-Arancibia

Economista. Maestra en Educación. Certificada en comunicación científica, búsqueda científica y revisora. Docente e investigadora. Coordinadora de Investigación para las facultades de Derecho y Humanidades de la Universidad Continental. Coordinadora de eventos académicos a nivel internacional.


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