African smallholder farming systems are complex, diverse and locally adapted, but guidance is lacking on how farmers can make informed choices of the type of organic inputs to suit their farm conditions. In this review we aimed to provide a synthesis of actionable information on ex situ and in situ organic resources and decision support tools to facilitate evidence-based choices by smallholders in cereal production systems in sub-Saharan Africa.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1038/s44264-025-00063-3Dimensions Citation Count:
Publication year
2025
Authors
Sileshi, G.W.; Stewart, Z.P.; Odhong, J.; Mhlanga, B.; Amede, T.; Aynekulu Betemariam, E.; Thierfelder, C.; Marenya, P.; Dittmer, K.M.; Aliyu, K.T.; Chikowo, R.; Chiduwa, M.; Ngoma, H.; Snapp, S.
Language
English
Keywords
small scale farming, smallholders, farming systems, soil organic matter, cereals, agricultural production, soil quality, carbon sequestration
