Typology of papaya-producing farms in the Niayes area (Senegal)

Abstract

Senegal\'s agricultural landscape is marked by the growing importance of papaya cultivation, which is increasingly found on farms. Pawpaw cultivation is emerging to make investments profitable, particularly in the Niayes area. Despite its importance, the papaya sector has not been the subject of many studies. This study aims to draw up a typology of papaya-producing farms in the Niayes area. The survey results of fifty (50) producers reveal a new profile of producers: 86% have a profession other than agriculture. Only seven (7) farms have legal status. Forty-three (43) farms are less than ten (10) hectares in size. The results also show great diversity in implementing the technical itinerary and the varieties grown. Citrus growing is frequently found in association with papaya cultivation. To our knowledge, this is the first article on the subject in Senegal.