Methodology of Analyzing Maize Density Loss in Smallholder’s Fields and Potential Optimize Approach

Increasing plant density is a key measure to close the maize (Zea mays L.) yield gap and ensure food security. However, there large difference in fields sown by agronomists smallholders. The primary cause of this phenomenon lack an effective methodology systematically analyze loss. To identify loss processes from experimental plots smallholder fields, research was developed study involving farmer survey measurements field. results showed that sowing caused decision-making losses mechanical agronomic factors explained 15.5%, 5.5% 6.8% difference, respectively. Changing attitudes toward value increasing could help reduce increase farm yields 12.3%. Therefore, for analyzing loss, clarify causes differences Additionally, it beneficial priorities stakeholders who share responsibility reducing has wide applicability address other areas narrow crop gaps