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A Study of Elephant Foot Yam Cultivation and Perception towards Sustainable Agriculture Practices in Mindat Township. (Chaw Su Su Aye, 2024) Chaw Su Su Aye This study focuses on sustainability agriculture practices of Elephant Foot Yam or Wa-U in Mindat Township in Chin State. The research aims to assess the present state of the Elephant Foot Yam or Wa-U industry in Midat Township and examine the key elements that impact the sustainable agricultural practices of farmers engaged in cultivating Elephant Foot Yam or Wa-U in the same area. This review employs a descriptive methodology. This work utilizes both primary and secondary data. The collection of main data involves conducting field research and interviews with 175 Wa-U producers in Mindat Township using the basic random sample technique. A structured questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale is used to evaluate the perspectives of Wa-U producers about their comprehension of agricultural methods, access to financing, training of farmers, obstacles, and sustainable agricultural practices. The study also analyzes the sustainable agriculture practices of Wa U growers. It is found that Wa-U growers have some knowledge about sustainable farming. On the other hand, there are some factors that hinder them to practice sustainable agriculture practices. Wa-U growers have a low level of credit access at their region and some kinds of challenges such as pests and diseases that destroy firms. And, there is weak quality control practice and lack of technology for finished goods. Accordingly, it is found that Wa-U growers have a difficulty to receive reasonable price for their crops. 2024-08-01 https://meral.edu.mm/records/10444