INNOVATIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP PRACTICES AND PERFORMANCE OF APICULTURE ENTERPRISES IN KENYA

Regina Wanjiru Ciira, Dr. James Ongwae Gichana

Abstract


Innovation is used to improve performance in organizations. Apiculture technology has improved globally. However, adoption of innovations in developing countries such as Kenya remains a challenge. This study examined innovative entrepreneurship practices and performance of apiculture enterprises in Kenya. The specific objectives were to establish how technology adoption and market development influence performance of apiculture enterprises in Kenya. The theories that supported this study were diffusion of innovation theory and economic entrepreneurship theory. Descriptive research design was used with questionnaire as the instrument for data collection. Data was collected among 357 beekeepers in Kitui County, Makueni County and Machakos County. The unit of observation was beekeepers in the counties. Simple random sampling was used to pick respondents. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 25 and presented in form of frequencies, descriptive and inferential statistics which were be used to derive conclusions. The study conducted a multiple regression analysis to determine the relationship between innovative practices and performance of apiculture. Correlation results revealed that innovative entrepreneurship practices influences performance of apiculture enterprises in Kenya. The results indicated that there was a positive and significant relationship between technology adoption, market development and performance management. The study recommends increased adoption of technology tools in apiculture and development of markets  to ensure improved performance.

 

Key Words: Innovative Entrepreneurship Practices, Technology Adoption and Market Development 


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