DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sajb.2025.v13i12.002

Pages: 1574-1580

Seed cotton production in the Ivorian basin is subject to strong variability related to local agroecological factors and farming practices. Indeed, agricultural practices such as cultivation method and previous crop also influence productivity and boll sanitary quality. This study aims to assess the variability of selected production parameters of the Gouassou cotton variety using field data collected and analyzed to compare yields and boll sanitary quality according to zone, cultivation system, and previous crop in the Ivorian cotton basin. The results showed that both yield and sanitary quality varied significantly across zones (p < 0.001), with maximal performance at Boron (1492.03 kg/ha) and Kaoura (1156.3 kg/ha), associated with favorable agroecological conditions such as nutrient availability, water management, and climate. The use of animal draft cultivation improved yields through more uniform stand establishment and more vigorous plants, while the peanut cultural precedent increases nitrogen fertility and resistance to pests, leading to a maximum yield of 1144.32 for peanuts compared to crops. These results highlight the importance of integrating local agroecological factors and tailored farming practices to optimize the productivity and sustainability of cotton systems in Côte d'Ivoire.