Case study in Bamoa, Guasave: analysis of the adoption of precision agriculture in ejidos

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https://doi.org/10.63728/riisds.v11i1.172

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Precision Agriculture, technology adoption, barriers, ejidatarios, agricultural sustainability

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Precision Agriculture (PA) is a fundamental technological strategy for sustainably increasing farm productivity through the rational use of inputs. In Mexico, the implementation of PA in highly important agricultural areas, such as Guasave, Sinaloa, faces significant obstacles. The objective of this study is to identify the main barriers, perceived benefits, and factors that may be influencing the adoption of PA by ejido members of the Bamoa ejido. To this end, a survey conducted with a random sample of 60 producers assessed their knowledge, perceptions, and predisposition toward these technologies. The results show that while 93.3% have heard of PA, only 10% have extensive knowledge, and 70% have received no formal training. The main barriers are the high cost of implementation (56.7%) and the lack of technical assistance (36.7%), in addition to structural factors such as small plot sizes. Furthermore, it was found that the economic benefits (61.7%) and resource efficiency (50%) were well recognized among those surveyed. The strong willingness to do so was shared by a large majority (86.6%). Based on the results, it is suggested that promoting PA in ejidos should focus on pursuing public policies to eliminate structural barriers and build local capacity.

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2025-12-18

How to Cite

Limón-Lisjuan, F. J., Salomón-Núñez, L. C., Herrera-Chico, J. V., & Gálvez-Rodríguez, A. (2025). Case study in Bamoa, Guasave: analysis of the adoption of precision agriculture in ejidos. Revista Interdisciplinaria De Ingeniería Sustentable Y Desarrollo Social, 11(1), 432–443. https://doi.org/10.63728/riisds.v11i1.172

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