Economic performance analysis of Malanville rice farmers under different water supply systems

Abstract

This study focused on analyzing the economic performance of rice farmers under two water distribution systems in the Malanville rice-growing area. The study was conducted on a sample of 160 rice farm managers. Socio-economic and demographic data were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Cobb-Douglas frontier function model. It was found that the rice farmer has a net operating income of 275 216 FCFA/ha when he opts for the gravity system and 200 093 FCFA/ha when he opts to use the motor pump. On the other hand, producers who use the motor pump are more economically efficient (0.57%) than those using the gravity system (0.52%).

Keywords: Water, Distribution system, Economic performance, Efficiency