Effectiveness Of Jatropha Curcas Live Fence In Managing Household Risks And Vulnerability In Kilifi County

ABSTRACT Growing of Jatropha curcas has been received with mixed feelings in Kenya. The plant has tremendous potential to be Africa's most excellent bio-fuel feedstock. However, there have been concerns that the plant is not commercially viable and that it negatively affects food production and security. The lack of factual information coupled with politics surrounding the growth of the plant has compromised its uptake by local farmers. This has however not dampened the spirits of pro poor development supporters who view the plant as a potential solution to rural poverty. Live fences (Hedgero…