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Agricultural Input Uses and Rice Productivity Assessment: A Case Study in Battambang and Svay Rieng Provinces, Cambodia Keo, Hak; Serey, Mardy; Yun, Sopheap; Srean, Pao
Journal of Social Knowledge Education (JSKE) Vol. 6 No. 3 (2025): August
Publisher : Cahaya Ilmu Cendekia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jske.v6i3.1453

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Purpose of the Study: The study aims to 1) assess the use of farming inputs and rice productivity in Battambang and Svay Rieng provinces, Cambodia; 2) identify the factors influencing rice productivity; and 3) predict rice productivity based on farming inputs. It seeks to provide insights into optimizing rice production and improving farmers' livelihoods. Methodology: A survey was conducted across 7 villages, 2 communes, and 2 districts in Battambang and Svay Rieng provinces, with 148 samples collected. Data were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods, including frequency analysis, descriptive statistics, cross-tabulation, chi-square tests, one-sample t-tests, and p-value probability. Main Findings: The study revealed that the average number of family members involved in farming was 2 (70%), and land sizes ranged from 2-4 hectares (40%). DAP was the most commonly used chemical fertilizer (66%). Land size significantly affected rice productivity (93%), followed by seed quality (86% yield increase) and pesticide use (91% yield increase). Chemical fertilizers had a near-total impact on productivity. The study recommends reducing chemical fertilizers in favor of organic alternatives for safer and higher-quality rice production. Novelty/Originality of This Study: This study provides a detailed analysis of farming inputs and their impact on rice productivity in Cambodia, emphasizing the role of land size, seed quality, and chemical inputs. It highlights the need for sustainable practices, such as organic fertilizers, and calls for stronger government and NGO support in agricultural policy and technical assistance. Future research could explore the impact of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) on rice yield and quality.
Achieving Open Defecation Free: Lessons from Rural Sanitation and Hygiene Success in Svay Rieng Province, Cambodia Keo, Hak; Serey, Mardy; Toch, Polyva; Chhim, Borosh; Chhin, Samnang
Journal of Social Knowledge Education (JSKE) Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): November
Publisher : Cahaya Ilmu Cendekia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jske.v6i4.1454

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Purpose of the study: This study documents Svay Rieng as Cambodia’s first Open Defecation Free province, offering a replicable model for others. It emphasizes effective coordination, implementation, and the Provincial Department of Rural Development’s technical role in advancing water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives across Cambodia’s 25 provinces. Methodology: This study analyzes the multi-level coordination behind Svay Rieng’s Open Defecation Free achievement, focusing on collaboration among provincial departments, municipalities, communes, and local focal points. It documents planning, execution, and community engagement strategies, highlighting effective coordination mechanisms and implementation procedures that enabled the successful elimination of open defecation across the province. Main Findings: The study attributes Svay Rieng’s Open Defecation Free success to three key hygiene practices: toilet use, safe drinking water, and handwashing with soap. Strong coordination from provincial to village levels was vital. Local initiatives effectively aligned with national frameworks, including the National Strategic Plan (2014-2025), National Action Plan, and Provincial Action Plan II (2019-2023), ensuring cohesive planning and implementation. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study uniquely documents Cambodia’s first province-wide Open Defecation Free success, offering a pioneering, adaptable framework for rural sanitation. It highlights effective multi-stakeholder coordination and community engagement, aligning with national plans and local goals. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners in Cambodia and other developing countries pursuing sustainable sanitation solutions.
Agricultural Input Uses and Rice Productivity Assessment: A Case Study in Battambang and Svay Rieng Provinces, Cambodia Keo, Hak; Serey, Mardy; Yun, Sopheap; Srean, Pao
Journal of Social Knowledge Education (JSKE) Vol. 6 No. 3 (2025): August
Publisher : Cahaya Ilmu Cendekia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jske.v6i3.1453

Abstract

Purpose of the Study: The study aims to 1) assess the use of farming inputs and rice productivity in Battambang and Svay Rieng provinces, Cambodia; 2) identify the factors influencing rice productivity; and 3) predict rice productivity based on farming inputs. It seeks to provide insights into optimizing rice production and improving farmers' livelihoods. Methodology: A survey was conducted across 7 villages, 2 communes, and 2 districts in Battambang and Svay Rieng provinces, with 148 samples collected. Data were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods, including frequency analysis, descriptive statistics, cross-tabulation, chi-square tests, one-sample t-tests, and p-value probability. Main Findings: The study revealed that the average number of family members involved in farming was 2 (70%), and land sizes ranged from 2-4 hectares (40%). DAP was the most commonly used chemical fertilizer (66%). Land size significantly affected rice productivity (93%), followed by seed quality (86% yield increase) and pesticide use (91% yield increase). Chemical fertilizers had a near-total impact on productivity. The study recommends reducing chemical fertilizers in favor of organic alternatives for safer and higher-quality rice production. Novelty/Originality of This Study: This study provides a detailed analysis of farming inputs and their impact on rice productivity in Cambodia, emphasizing the role of land size, seed quality, and chemical inputs. It highlights the need for sustainable practices, such as organic fertilizers, and calls for stronger government and NGO support in agricultural policy and technical assistance. Future research could explore the impact of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) on rice yield and quality.
Achieving Open Defecation Free: Lessons from Rural Sanitation and Hygiene Success in Svay Rieng Province, Cambodia Keo, Hak; Serey, Mardy; Toch, Polyva; Chhim, Borosh; Chhin, Samnang
Journal of Social Knowledge Education (JSKE) Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): November
Publisher : Cahaya Ilmu Cendekia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jske.v6i4.1454

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study documents Svay Rieng as Cambodia’s first Open Defecation Free province, offering a replicable model for others. It emphasizes effective coordination, implementation, and the Provincial Department of Rural Development’s technical role in advancing water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives across Cambodia’s 25 provinces. Methodology: This study analyzes the multi-level coordination behind Svay Rieng’s Open Defecation Free achievement, focusing on collaboration among provincial departments, municipalities, communes, and local focal points. It documents planning, execution, and community engagement strategies, highlighting effective coordination mechanisms and implementation procedures that enabled the successful elimination of open defecation across the province. Main Findings: The study attributes Svay Rieng’s Open Defecation Free success to three key hygiene practices: toilet use, safe drinking water, and handwashing with soap. Strong coordination from provincial to village levels was vital. Local initiatives effectively aligned with national frameworks, including the National Strategic Plan (2014-2025), National Action Plan, and Provincial Action Plan II (2019-2023), ensuring cohesive planning and implementation. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study uniquely documents Cambodia’s first province-wide Open Defecation Free success, offering a pioneering, adaptable framework for rural sanitation. It highlights effective multi-stakeholder coordination and community engagement, aligning with national plans and local goals. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners in Cambodia and other developing countries pursuing sustainable sanitation solutions.
Co-Authors Chhim, Borosh Chhin, Samnang Serey, Mardy Srean, Pao Toch, Polyva Yun, Sopheap