Influence of the Education of Poultry Farmers in Mali on the Productivity of Their Farms
Poultry farming plays a key role in food security and income generation in Mali, particularly for women and youth in rural areas. However, low technical productivity in poultry farms limits the sector’s development. This narrative literature review analyzes the influence of farmers’ education on their technical efficiency, using data from Mali and West African countries. A higher level of education promotes the adoption of best practices (vaccination, feeding, management), thereby enhancing technical efficiency. The review highlights the mechanisms through which education improves farm management, encourages adoption of innovations, and fosters better interaction with extension services. It also identifies associated factors such as access to inputs, credit, continuous training, and socio-economic variables like gender, age, and experience. Finally, the review points out literature gaps, including the lack of Mali-specific studies and insufficient consideration of regional or educational differences. It provides insights for future research and policy development, emphasizing education as a strategic lever for modernizing Mali’s poultry sector. Public policies should incorporate technical training adapted to producers.
Keywords: Agricultural education, Poultry productivity, Technical efficiency, Human capital, Mali.
