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MCRP Post-Distribution Evaluation of Solar Pumps: Enhancing Agricultural Productivity While Reducing Carbon Footprints Case Study of Adamawa State

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  • Maurice Vunobolki

    (Project coordinator; Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project Adamawa project coordination Unit)

  • Julius Mbidomti

    (Technical Coordination Specialist; Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project Adamawa project coordination Unit)

  • Eli Joel

    (Environmental Safeguard; Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project Adamawa project coordination Unit)

  • Hassan Misari

    (Agric Specialist; Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project Adamawa project coordination Unit)

  • Ibrahim Bayaso

    (Plant Pathologist/Food Security Analyst at Ministry of Agriculture Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria)

  • Thabbal, Mikah Lakumna

    (Department of Geography Modibbo Adama University Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive post-distribution evaluation of solar-powered irrigation pumps distributed under the MCRP project in Adamawa State, Nigeria. The research assesses gender participation, age and educational profiles of beneficiaries, adoption timelines, crop patterns, and the impact of solar irrigation on agricultural productivity, fossil fuel use, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and farm economics. The study used a mixed-methods cross-sectional design to evaluate solar pump impacts under MCRP in Adamawa State. Data from 346 farmers across 21 LGAs were gathered through surveys, interviews, and observations. Tools were pre-tested and translated into local languages. SPSS and paired t-tests analyzed the data, with full ethical compliance ensured. The findings indicated that most beneficiaries are in their 31–60 age range, incorporating disaggregated analyses by age, particularly youth and elderly perspectives, can inform more inclusive programming and targeted interventions that ensure equitable benefits across all demographics. and over 90% having formal education. Rice and maize were the primary crops cultivated using the solar systems. A paired t-test revealed a statistically significant increase in farming cycles (from 1.42 to 1.99 cycles per year, p

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  • Maurice Vunobolki & Julius Mbidomti & Eli Joel & Hassan Misari & Ibrahim Bayaso & Thabbal, Mikah Lakumna, 2025. "MCRP Post-Distribution Evaluation of Solar Pumps: Enhancing Agricultural Productivity While Reducing Carbon Footprints Case Study of Adamawa State," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(6), pages 3661-3679, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-6:p:3661-3679
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