The Control Methods used by the Local Farmers to reduce Weaver-Bird Raids in Tiko Farming Area, Southwest Region, Cameroon

Maurice, Melle Ekane; Fuashi, Nkwatoh Athansius; Mengwi, Ngongpan Honourine; Ebong, Esong Lionel; Awa, Pen David; Daizy, Njonguo Funjuh

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“…Different animal species cause different problems for farmers when they raid crops (Hill 2005). Not only parasitic invertebrates but also vertebrates like birds (Bruggers et al 1998;Maurice et al 2019), rodents (Lathiya et al 2003;Sarwar 2015), Mouse Deer (Linkie et al 2007), porcupine (Linkie et al 2007), Wild Boar (Shafi & Khokhar 1986;Gobosho et al 2015), Elephants (Sukumar 1990;Barnes 1996;Hill 1998;Chiyo et al 2012) and non-human primates (Boulton et al 1996;Pirta et al 1997;Hill 2000;Dittus et al 2019) are considered as crop raiding pests responsible for humanwildlife negative interactions. Non-human primates are often considered to be the most destructive crop raiders in many parts of the world (Naughton-Treves et al 1998;Hill 2000;McLennan 2008;Hill & Wallace 2012;Hockings et al 2012;Cabral et al 2018).…”

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Assessment of crop and property damage caused by Semnopithecus vetulus nestor (Bennett, 1833) (Mammalia: Primates: Cercopithecidae) in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka

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In earlier times, human-monkey interactions were not a severe problem in Sri Lanka, but has recently intensified as a result of habitat fragmentation and urbanization. Due to these changes, Semnopithecus vetulus nestor has been listed among the 25 most Endangered primates. The objective of our study was to evaluate the intensity of human-S.v. nestor negative interaction by identifying the crop and property damages in villages bordering Danawkanda Forest (7.001N & 80.049E), Gampaha, Sri Lanka. We collected data using structured questionnaires interviewing households (N= 80) bordering the Danawkanda Forest from August 2014 to January 2015. Households were most affected by damage to fruits, leaves, and buds of commercially important trees (93%), followed by damage to roof tiles (76%), and frightful confrontations with the monkeys (43%). Average monthly loss per household from crop and property damage was estimated at between (Sri Lankan Rupees) LKR 2,700 and LKR 1,500. Lighting firecrackers was the most common method used by the residents (99%) to deter monkeys, where as electrified barriers were rarely used (4%). Households in close proximity to Danawkanda Forest experienced a considerable loss to their monthly income due to crop and property damage, compared to households further away. As an alternative, residents now grow ornamental plants and short trees, eliminating the structures that attract and facilitate damage by S.v. nestor. Awareness and active participation of residents, authorized government, and non-governmental organizations are needed to manage unplanned construction and agriculture plot extensions into the forest. These two factors trigger the human-wildlife negative interactions in general and are not limited just to monkeys.

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Assessment of crop and property damage caused by Semnopithecus vetulus nestor (Bennett, 1833) (Mammalia: Primates: Cercopithecidae) in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka

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“…As a way of making contribution to the body of knowledge, scholars have provided solutions toward repelling birds in rice farm. For example, in [16], the authors propose the use chemicals. The authors discuss on smell or taste repellant which is well popular in Africa.…”

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Design of Robotic System for Rice Farmers Against Birds' Invasion in Nigeria Using Arduino Nano Technology

Akingbesote

2023

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Rice is one of the most important staple foods for most Nigerians, Africans and indeed for about 50% of the world. An estimated 70% of Nigerian populace feed essentially on rice, with about 30% of their cereal-based diets also derived from rice. The constraints faced by the rice farmers in Nigeria are: inaccessible road, high cost of transportation, inadequate credit, birds' invasion, inadequate extension support and inaccessibility to cheap farm inputs. Prominent among these is that of birds' invasion especially the quela bird. This has been one of the major constraints in Africa especially Nigeria, leading to 48–100% yield reduction and sometimes complete crop failure, thereby threatening food security. To tackle this challenge, women and children are sent to the fields to guard against birds. But this also has serious consequences because it adds to the women’s workload and keeps children away from school. Some farmers through the help of state and federal government use air plane to spray chemicals. However, this is costly and may not available at all time. Some farmers have adopted the use of other methods like cassette tape, the scarecrows method, the castanets method, and the use of nets. With all these methods, yet farmers complain of birds’ invasion. This is attributed to the fact that all these methods have not been able to mimic human being in totality. So, very rapidly, the birds adapt to the method and it becomes less efficient. This work proposes the use of use Arduino Nano Technology for the design of robotic system for rice farmers against birds' invasion in Nigeria. Demonstration was carried out in Igbemo Ekikti Farm, Ekiti State, Nigeria. The performance evaluation was based on production and Cost/Benefit Analysis. The results show a better performance over the use of human and cassette tape. Keywords: Birds’ invasion, Robotic System, Cost, Profit, Arduino Nano Journal Reference Format: Akingbesote, A.O. (2023): Design Of Robotic System For Rice Farmers Against Birds' Invasion In Nigeria Using Arduino Nano Technology. Journal of Behavioural Informatics, Digital Humanities and Development Research. Vol. 9. No. 2, Pp 55-68 Available online at https://www.isteams.net/behavioralinformaticsjournal. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/BHI/V9N2P5

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“…Birds can cause crop damage and financial loss to farmers at every stage of agricultural production, from planting to harvesting. The production potential of irrigated lowland rice decreased from a potential output of 5 t ha-1 to an average yield of 2.8 t ha-1 due to biotic restrictions, including weaver birds [12]. Weavers are significant rice pests in Badeggi, Niger State, Nigeria [13].…”

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“…Each of technique has its pros and cons. To improve the quality of the crop, farmers will have to gain sufficient experience with the application of traditional pest birds control methods [21]. Other than lethal and non-lethal methods, physical repellent is also used to prevent pest birds' problems.…”

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Investigating Pest Birds Problems and Potential Solutions in Sawah Ring, Tangkak

Razalee,

Norazlimi

2023

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In the agricultural sector, especially paddy fields, birds are considered pests when they destroy the paddy plants by eating the grains and reducing crop production. Pest birds are a common problem in agriculture. Nevertheless, studies of the pest birds, particularly on their distribution, ecology, and management, are still scarce in Malaysia. One of the significant pest birds in this case study is the Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio). The objectives of this study are (1) to identify pest birds species (2) to investigate the behaviour of Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) and (3) to provide potential solutions for pest birds problems to local farmers at Sawah Ring, Tangkak. The methods used were direct observation using binoculars, spotter scope, and a digital camera. Besides that, a survey through the distribution of questionnaires and interviews was also conducted among the local people at the study site. Five species of pest birds have been recorded, which are, Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio), Lesser Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna javanica), Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata), Javan Munia (Lonchura leucogastroides) and Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus). From the list, Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio), was identified as the most disturbing pest bird. The occurrence of this species were marked at Block 1, Block 3, Block 15, Block 16, Block 18, and Block 19 at Sawah Ring, Tangkak, and the species' behaviour (resting, nesting, feeding, etc.) was also recorded. In terms of solutions, several methods have been identified to overcome the pest bird problem based on the literature studies, such as physical and chemical repellent, buzzer and mesh networks, and also acoustic tools. Overall, pest birds are a significant problem in the paddy field areas of Sawah Ring, Tangkak. It reduced the quantity and quality of paddy production and caused losses to farmers. Understanding the occurrence and behaviour of pest birds is indeed crucial for better management of these pest bird species.

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The Control Methods used by the Local Farmers to reduce Weaver-Bird Raids in Tiko Farming Area, Southwest Region, Cameroon

Cited by 8 publications

References 35 publications

Assessment of crop and property damage caused by Semnopithecus vetulus nestor (Bennett, 1833) (Mammalia: Primates: Cercopithecidae) in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka

Assessment of crop and property damage caused by Semnopithecus vetulus nestor (Bennett, 1833) (Mammalia: Primates: Cercopithecidae) in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka

Design of Robotic System for Rice Farmers Against Birds' Invasion in Nigeria Using Arduino Nano Technology

Investigating Pest Birds Problems and Potential Solutions in Sawah Ring, Tangkak

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