S. Khanal, A. Shrestha, N. Kafle, S. Khanal, P. Koirala
S. Khanal1, A. Shrestha1*, N. Kafle2, S. Khanal1, P. Koirala1

1Agriculture and Forestry University, Faculty of Agriculture, Rampur, Bharatpur 44200, Chitwan, Nepal.
2Department of Agriculture Economics, Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu 44600

(Manuscript received 17 October 2024; accepted for publication 22 January 2025)

Abstract. A study was conducted in 2023 to assess the adoption status and influencing factors related to improved coffee production technologies among coffee farmers in Arghakhanchi, Nepal. The research focused on a purposively selected coffee zone command area. A total of 80 households were sampled through simple random sampling and were interviewed using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistics, indexing, and binary logistic regression with SPSS and MS Excel software. The majority of coffee producers adhered to recommended practices for fertilizer application (92.5%), intercropping (71.25%), and shading (73.75%). Moderate levels of adoption were noted for pit size and spacing (52.5%) and mulching practices (42.5%), whereas adoption of pruning (37.5%), irrigation (30%), and stumping (15%) was relatively low. Binary logistic regression analysis demonstrated that training had a significant and positive impact on the adoption of most improved production technologies. Additionally, factors such as years of experience, plant population, age, family size, and education were significant in influencing the adoption of various practices. Key motivations for coffee farming included favorable returns, reduced wildlife damage, and positive neighbor feedback, while major challenges encompassed inadequate rainfall, poor irrigation infrastructure, insufficient training and technical knowledge, and pest issues.