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Application of Geographic Information Systems in Socioeconomic Analysis: A Case of Integrated Soil Fertility Management in the Savannas of Nigeria
O. Olayide, A. Alene, A. Ikpi, G. Nziguheba, T. Alabi
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Population pressure increases, shortened fallow cycles, cropping intensification, inaccessibility and low output prices as well as concerns about agricultural sustainability and self-sufficiency have combined to contribute to increased demand for integrated soil fertility management of the agricultural resource base. Following this situation, organic fertilizer in the form of animal manure becomes one of the principal sources of nutrients for soil fertility maintenance and crop production. Hence, this study assessed the socioeconomic and ecological interactions in organic fertilizer use in northern Nigeria with the application of geographic information system.