Fidel

Fidel Fido Orawo is an agricultural economist and research professional with expertise in agricultural policy analysis, soil fertility management, and smallholder farming systems. He is pursuing an MSc. in Agricultural Economics at Egerton University, where his research focuses on the uptake of soil testing, fertilizer use profitability, and public policy preferences among smallholder maize farmers in Kenya. He also holds a BSc. in Agricultural Economics and Resource Management from the University of Kabianga.Fidel has extensive experience in research and rural development, having worked as a research enumerator at Tegemeo Institute, and for the World Food Program (WFP). His work involves data collection, econometric modeling, and policy evaluation, particularly in rural agricultural settings.His research interests include rural development, agricultural economics, sustainable agriculture, and agricultural policies. He is proficient in statistical analysis using STATA, EXCEL, and SPSS.Fidel has participated in various workshops and conferences, including “Shaping the sustainable agricultural future,” conference, where he engaged with policymakers and stakeholders on sustainable agricultural practices. He is passionate about using evidence-based research to influence policies that enhance smallholder farmers’ productivity and resilience.