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1. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF LAYER PRODUCTIONS IN JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF TARABA STATE NIGERIA
INTRODUCTION The poultry industry is very important to the Nigerian economy because it provides a good source of animal protein in eggs and meat. Protein plays important roles in the formation of a balanced human diet which is essential for the good health, vigor and productivity capacity of the people (Abdullahi, Maqbool & Bukhsh, 2007). Protein... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0241
  • Pages:20
  • Reference:YES
2. Utilization Of Improved Cocoyam Production Technologies Among The Women Farmers In Ikwuano LGA Of Abia State
ABSTRACT Utilization of improved cocoyam production technologies among women in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria was studied in 2014. The specific objectives of the study were to; describe the socio-economic characteristics of  the women, identifying their source(s) of information, assess their level of utilization and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0240
  • Pages:49
  • Reference:YES
3. The perception of Landmark University students on taking farming as a means of future livelihood
                                                                         ABSTRACT The study was carried out to determine the perception of Landmark University Agricultural Students about farming as a means of future livelihood. A total of 120 students were randomly selected from Faculty of Agricultural... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0239
  • Pages:75
  • Reference:YES
4. Project 2
Abstract:... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0238
  • Pages:1
  • Reference:YES
5. Assessment of the Implementation of Advisory Services and Input Support Components by Fadama III Beneficiaries in Oyo State
ABSTRACT This study aimed at assessing the implementation of advisory services and input support components by Fadama III beneficiaries in Oyo state. The Project Implementation Manual (PIM) of Fadama III advisory services and input support components which involved specific activities the project proposed to execute was being used as a criteria to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0237
  • Pages:107
  • Reference:YES
6. IDENTIFICATION OF CONSTRAINTS AND EFFECTIVE EDUCATIONAL STRATEGIES INFLUENCING THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION OFFICERS IN OYO AND OGUN STATES NIGERIA
  Abstract: Agricultural extension contributes to improving the welfare of farmers and other stakeholders by providing access to knowledge and information. This has led to increasing emphasis on effective training strategies to develop extension staff competencies. The study therefore focused on identification of constraints and effective... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0236
  • Pages:19
  • Reference:YES
7. WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN TRANSFORMATION OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME OF BAUCHI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examined the participation of women in transformation of agricultural development programme of Bauchi local government area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. Data were collected from 60 respondents in the study area using structured questionnaire.The data were analyzed using simple descriptive statistics and regression analysis. The... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0235
  • Pages:60
  • Reference:YES
8. Perceived Effect of Gangsterism on Livelihood of Rural Farmers in Ikorodu Loca Government Area, Lagos, Nigeria
TITLE:                       Perceived Effect of Gangsterism on Livelihood of Rural Farmers in Ikorodu NAME:                       ODUBELA OLUTOBI OLUSEYI MATRIC NO:             PG/16/0423 COLLEGE:                College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development DEPARTMENT... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0234
  • Pages:127
  • Reference:YES
9. THE IMPACT OF ADOPTION OF IMPROVED MAIZE VARIETIES ON FARMERS LIVELIHOOD IN SUMAILA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KANO STATE
Increasing the productivity of maize-based cropping systems has strategic importance for food  security and socio-economic stability. This study assessed the impact on adoption of improved  maize varieties on farmers‟ livelihood in Sumaila Local Government Area of Kano State,  Nigeria. The study examined the socio-economic characteristics of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0233
  • Pages:68
  • Reference:YES
10. Assessment Of Farmers’awareness And Adaptation Measures To Climate Change In The Northern Zone Of Sokoto State Agricultural Development Project
ABSTRACT The study assessed the awareness and adoption of climate change and adaptation measures among arable crop farmers in the northern zone of Sokoto State Agricultural Development Project. Five out of the twelve Local Government areas in the zone were purposively selected using multistage random sampling techniques. Two hundred and forty... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0232
  • Pages:95
  • Reference:YES
11. Climate Change Adaptation Measures Among Smallholder Farmers in Mvomero district, Tanzania.
ABSTRACT Climate change in Tanzania is emerging as one of the most important challenges among smallholder farmers who depend largely, if not solely, on rain-fed agriculture. Weather forecast and prediction indicate that drought and flood will be more frequent and inconsistent rainfall will be experienced. These changes will affect smallholder... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0231
  • Pages:93
  • Reference:YES
12. The Impact Of Occupational Health Hazards And Injuries On Livelihoods Of Affected Workers: A Case Of Kitwe District
The subject of occupational health hazards, accidents and injuries is becoming a major problem. Although they are on the rise, they are poorly documented in many parts of Zambia and thus inadequate information accessible to several stakeholders. Consequently, the socio-economic effects of workplace injuries are visibly on the increase too.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0230
  • Pages:111
  • Reference:YES
13. World Fertilizer Price Elasticities
Fertilizer Outlook in Africa Presentation with the surge in climate and supply crises with wars in Ukraine and Russia... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0229
  • Pages:32
  • Reference:YES
14. In Agricultural Extension and Rural Development Adoption of Draught Animals by Farmers in (West and South Kordofan State
ABSTRACT This study was conducted in two localities in Kordofan State one of them En-nuhoud locality, West Kordofan State and Aldebibat locality South Kordofan state during 2015 - 2018 to Adoption of Draught Animals by Farmers. The study based on a cross-sectional survey with a sample of 200 farmers that was selected from ten different villages... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0228
  • Pages:110
  • Reference:YES
15. Perceived Effects of Climate Change on Food Crops Production in Oyo State
Abstract The study assessed the perceived effects of climate change on food crops production in Oyo State. Multi stage sampling technique was used in selecting 120 respondents for the study. Primary data was collected through interview schedule and it was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Results reveal that majority... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0227
  • Pages:15
  • Reference:YES
16. EFFECT OF WORKPLACE CONDITIONS ON EMPLOYEES’ JOB PERFORMANCEIN COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA (CRIN), IBADAN, OYO STATE,NIGERIA
This study was carried out to determine the effect of workplace conditions on employees’ job performance in Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, Ibadan. Stratified sampling techniques were used to select one hundred and thirty-nine (139) respondents through a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0226
  • Pages:69
  • Reference:YES
17. Goat Rearing And Food Security In Kusawgu In The Central Gonja District Of Northern Region
ABSTRACT   Livestock production in Ghana contributes greatly to the total GDP and agricultural GDP respectively. Despite efforts to improve and increase goat production, most farmers, especially the rural households still keep local breeds and are faced with high infant mortality of kids, death of pregnant does, unplanned housing systems,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0225
  • Pages:61
  • Reference:YES
18. Agricultural Extension Needs Of Farmers In Telfaria Production And Marketing In Enugu North Agricultural Zone Of Enugu State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT The study was carried out to determine the agricultural extension needs of farmers in Telfaria production and marketing in Enugu north agricultural zone of Enugu state, Nigeria. Four Local Government Areas (LGAs) namely: Udenu, Nsukka, Igbo-Etiti and Uzo-Uwani were used for the study out of the six Local Government Areas that make up both... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0224
  • Pages:88
  • Reference:YES
19. EFFECT OF JATROPHA SEED OIL IN THE CONTROL OF CALLOSOBRUCHUS MACULATUS (Coleoptera:Bruchidae) IN STORED COWPEA
ABSTRACT The insecticidal potential of Jatropha curcas seed oil against Callosobruchus maculatus on stored cowpea was evaluated under laboratory condition. The seed oil was applied at concentrations of 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, and 1.0ml/50g of cowpea seeds. An untreated control and solvent (petroleum spirit)-containing treatment were also included. Jatropha... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0223
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
20. YAM MARKETING
ABSTRACT The study analyzed yam marketing in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to   examine the socio-economic characteristics of the respondent in the study area, d etermine the sources of yam supply to the zone and the marketing channel for yam marketing, determine the cost, return and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0222
  • Pages:50
  • Reference:YES
21. Gender Access To Land In Peri-Urban Areas
Gender access to land in peri-urban areas. which includes how male and female acquires land for agricultural practices. Introduction, Background, Objective of study, Hypothesis and literature review.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0221
  • Pages:70
  • Reference:YES
22. ASSESSING POST-HARVEST FISH HANDLING PRACTICES AND LOSSES
ABSTRACT This research work aimed at assessing how fish is handled after being harvested and how poor handling can translate to losses in the selected study are of Namasale landing site on Lake Kyoga in Amolatar district, Uganda. The study used as structured questionnaire to answer research questions, and achieve the aims of the research Chapter... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0220
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
23. EFFECT OF RICE HUSK EXTRACT ON LEAF SPOT DISEASE OF PEPPER CAUSED BY Cercospora spp.
Pepper are subjected to many problems such as weeds and diseases like tobacco mosaic virus, damping off, blossom end rot, spotted wilt phytophthora root rot, cucumber virus, bacterial spot, Alternaria leaf spot and of cause Cercospora leaf spot. Therefore this study was conducted to determine the effect of rice husk extract on leaf spot disease of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0219
  • Pages:34
  • Reference:YES
24. The Nexus in the Volatility in the Price of Crude Oil on Inclusive Growth in Nigeria (1986 - 2016)
Abstract Nigeria is a mono-product economy, where the main export commodity is crude oil, changes in crude oil prices has effects for the Nigerian economy and, in particular, inclusive growth proxied by per capita GDP. The latter is mostly important due to the double dilemma of being an oil exporting and oil-importing country, a situation that... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0218
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
25. ACCESSIBLITY AND UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AMONG CASSAVA FARMERS IN UYO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA ,AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study was primarily undertaken to examine the accessibility and utilization of ICT among cassava farmers in Uyo local government area. The specific objectives of the study were to identify the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers, examine the type of ICT tools available to Cassava farmers, examine the level of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0217
  • Pages:66
  • Reference:YES
26. EFFECTS OF ADOPTION OF VITAMIN A CASSAVA ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC LIFE OF RURAL FARMERS IN IMO STATE NIGERIA.
The study examined the effects of adoption of vitamin A cassava on the socio-economic life of rural farmers in Imo state Nigeria. Specifically, the study described the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, determined the level of adoption of the vitamin A cassava by the respondents, identified cassava attributes for adoption,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0216
  • Pages:71
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Scientific Method
  • Reference:YES
27. WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN CROP PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES IN LAFIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA
TABLE OF CONTENT Title page--       --           --           --           --           --           --           --           --           --           i Declaration page--        --           --           --           --... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0215
  • Pages:54
  • Reference:YES
28. Analysis of Resource Used Efficiency in Small Scale Broiler Farmers in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State
       ABSTRACT The study examined the  analysis of resource use efficiency of small scale broiler farmers in  Jos north L.G.A of Plateau state, Nigeria. Data were collected randomly from 80 respondents.  Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, efficiency model and gross margin analysis. The result showed that 61.25% of the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0214
  • Pages:48
  • Reference:YES
29. Economic Analysis of post-hervest losses of Arable crop in Isin LGA, Kwara State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT   This study examined the Economic Analysis of Post-Harvest Losses of Arable Crops in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State. Multistage random sampling technique was used. Stage one involved the random selection of six communities which includes Oponda, Alla, Owu – Isin, Ijara – Isin, Edidi and Igbesi. Stage two involved the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0213
  • Pages:66
  • Reference:YES
30. Assessment of Rural Youth Migration in Ovia North East Local Government Area, Edo State
The study assessed rural youth migration in Ovia north east local government area of Edo State. This study specifically described socio-economic characteristics of rural households obtained, information on migrant youth, examined the level of youth participation in agricultural and rural development activities and the effect of youth migration on... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0212
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
31. The Impact of Human Immuno-deficiency Virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency Syndrome Scourge on Farm Labour Productivity and Welfare of Infected and Non Infected Farmers in Federal Capital Territo
ABSTRACT This study was undertaken to assess the impact of Human Immuno-deficiency virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency syndrome scourge on   Farm labour productivity and welfare of infected and non infected farmers in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. A multistage selection involving purposive and stratified random sampling techniques was used in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0211
  • Pages:104
  • Reference:YES
32. NITROGEN MANAGEMENT FOR RICE (Oryza sativa L.) USING LEAF COLOUR CHART IN SAMARU
ABSTRACT  The research experiment was conducted at the Institute of Agricultural Research Greenhouse, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. The treatments used were USG @ 45,08KgN/ha, USG @ 72.22KgN/ha, USG @ 117.30KgN/ha and PU @ 117.30KgN/ha, LCC at critical level and control (without amendment) laid out in a Completely Randomized Design... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0210
  • Pages:47
  • Reference:YES
33. ANALYSIS OF FARMERS-PASTORALISTS CONFLICT IN WESTERN ZONE OF BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study examined farmers-pastoralists conflicts in Western Zone of Bauchi State. Seventy- five arable farmers and 75 pastoralists were randomly and purposively selected respectively, in addition to 50 extension agents. Data were collected using questionnaires and were analyzed using simple descriptive statistics, chi-square analysis... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0209
  • Pages:232
  • Reference:YES
34. Effects of Climate Change on Cowpea Production among Small Scale Farmers in Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0208
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
35. Adoption of Improved Practices for Cocoa Production In Ekiti-State Nigeria
ABSTRACT This study assessed the adoption of improved practices for cocoa farmers in Ekiti state Nigeria. A multistage sampling technique was employed to select one hundred and twenty (120) cocoa farmers. Data were collected through interview schedule with the use of stuctured questionnaire and analysed using inferential and descriptive statistics... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0207
  • Pages:82
  • Reference:YES
36. ASSESSMENT OF THE EXTENSION SERVICE DELIVERY ON THE VALUE CHAIN OF PLANTAIN PRODUCTS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study assessed the extension service delivery on the value chain of plants in product in Ekiti  State, Nigeria. It specifically examined the socio-economic characteristics of plantain farmers, marketers and consumers in the study area, the factors that determine the price of plantain in the study area, examined the factors that... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0206
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
37. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING MEAT CONSUMPTION AMONG FEDERAL CIVIL SERVANTS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study examined the Economic analysis of the factors influencing meat consumption among federal civil servants in Ekiti state, Nigeria. A Two stage sampling technique was used to select the respondents for the study. The data were collected from 80 respondents using a well structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed using... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0205
  • Pages:74
  • Reference:YES
38. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF THE PROCESSING OF RICE AND CASSAVA IN IREPODUN / IFELODUN AND IKOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Cassava (roots and tubers) and Rice (cereals) are common staples among small scaled farmers in developing countries like Nigeria and it is an age-long practices. The categories of farmers that engages in value-addition of processing have recorded an appreciable income  increase and has economic advantages. Hence, this study examines... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0204
  • Pages:74
  • Reference:YES
39. ASSESSMENT OF FARMERS’ COMPLIANCE WITH NON-USAGE OF BANNED AGROCHEMICALS: CASE STUDY OF AMARANTH FARMERS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA.
 ABSTRACT The study assessed the compliance of Amaranth farmers with non-usage of banned agrochemicals in the selected Local Government Areas of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select one hundred and twenty farmers from the selected Local Government Areas of Ekiti state. The average age of the farmers was 41years... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0203
  • Pages:64
  • Reference:YES
40. Factors Influencing Women's Participation in Agricultural Production: Evidence From Small Scale Farmers In Ekiti State, Nigeria
 ABSTRACT The project examines factors influencing women's participation m agricultural production: evidence from small-scale farmers in Ekiti state, Nigeria. This project provides evidence that women play a significant role in agriculture through their influential participation. Multistage sampling technique was used for the selection of the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0202
  • Pages:71
  • Reference:YES
41. EFFECT OF POST ECONOMIC RECESSION ON PROFIT ABILITY OF SMALL SCALE POULTRY EGG FARMING IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Developing countries all over the world, Nigeria inclusive has suffered low profitability or losses in poultry egg farming during economic recession. Therefore this study examined the effects of post economic recession on profitability of small scale poultry egg farming in Ekiti State, Nigeria. This study adopted a Three-stage sampling... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0201
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
42. DETERMINANTS OF COCOA PRODUCTION UNDER THE NEW COCOA POLICY IN OSUN STATE NIGERIA
  ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to access the determinants of cocoa production under the new cocoa policies in Osun State, Nigeria. The cocoa policies reviewed were soil fertility, access to inputs, pest and diseases, access to credit, access to land and land management, access to information and they were examined to check if it has... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0200
  • Pages:65
  • Reference:YES
43. Assessment of Food Safety in the Bread Supply Chain in Ekiti State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT Bread is an important staple food that does not require further processing before consumption. Despite the awareness created and efforts of government to ensure that quality bread are available for consumption of all, there are several routes through which bread is being contaminated. Problems such as accelerating bread production, unsafe... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0199
  • Pages:93
  • Reference:YES
44. INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE AND CONTROL PRACTICES OF SHEEP AND GOAT DISEASES AND PEST AMONG FARMERS IN !KOLE EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
 ABSTRACT The study attempts to investigate the level of access, use and effectiveness of indigenous  knowledge practices in controlling diseases and pest in sheep and goats among goat and sheep  farmers in Ik~le Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. Data were gathered through a questionnaire scheduled  on a total of 90 goat and sheep farmers in lkole... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0198
  • Pages:61
  • Reference:YES
45. HOUSEHOLD CONSUMPTION PREFERENCE FOR PLANT PROTEINS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
 ABSTRACT This research was undertaken to determine consumption preference between plant protein and animal protein sources by households in Nigeria, using Ekiti state as a case study and the variables that influenced the households' consumption preference between the two. The study methodology comprised a two stage sampling technique, which was... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0197
  • Pages:77
  • Reference:YES
46. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF NON-WOOD FOREST PRODUCTS IN IKOLE LOACL GOVERNMENT AREA EKITI STATE
 ABSTRACT This study identified Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFPs) and income generated from them, estimate the cost and return structure of non-wood forest products in the study area, describe the socio-economic characteristics of the rural people engaging in harvesting of non-wood forest products, investigate the constraint hindering rural people... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0196
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
47. EFFECTIVENESS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN DISSEMINATION OF AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION ON INPUT DELIVERY AMONG ARABLE CROP FARMERS IN EKITI STATE
 ABSTRACT The study attempts to investigate the level of awareness, access and effectiveness of information and communication technology (JCT) tools among arable crop farmers in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Data were gathered through a questionnaire scheduled on a total of 90 arable crop farmers. The data were analysed using frequency, mean, standard... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0195
  • Pages:105
  • Reference:YES
48. Economic Analysis of Replacing Imported Cabbage with Locally . Produced Garden Egg Fruit for Salad Preparation in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
ABSTRACT. The study dealt with the possibility of reducing dependence on food importation by replacing foreign products with locally sourced food products. Primary and secondary data were used to accomplish the objectives of the study. Primary data were collected using detail questionnaire . and focused group discussion and laboratory analysis. A... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0194
  • Pages:55
  • Reference:YES
49. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF COCOY AM-BASED PRODUCTION IN IKOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE
 ABSTRACT The productivity analysis of cocoyam-based production in Ikole local government area of Ekiti state was investigated using 80 respondents from 4 villages ( Otunja. Isaba, Ilotin and Ijesha isu), farmers were interviewed from each area. Data was collected using structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, cost and returns analysis... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0193
  • Pages:64
  • Reference:YES
50. EFFECT OF LAND FRAGMENTATION ON FARMING INCOME IN TWO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF EKITI STATE
 ABSTRACT Land has been seen as the composition of all naturally occurring resources whose supply is inherently fixed while, fragmentation of land has been argued as the scattering of land through which single farm consist of numerous spatially separated plots.Past studies and literature has shown that fragmentation is common among small scale... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0192
  • Pages:76
  • Reference:YES
51. DETERMINANTS OF CREDIT ACQUISITION AND ITS EFFECT ON OUTPUT OF FARMERS IN IKOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA.
 ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the determinants of credit acquisition in lkole local government area and its effect on their output. Specific objectives are to describe the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers, identified the sources of credit available to the farmers, i dentify problems that constrain farmers from... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0191
  • Pages:61
  • Reference:YES
52. THE ROLES OF COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF COCOA IN JLE-OLUJI/ OKEIGBO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF ONDO STATE
 ABSTRACT Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents out of which 113 responded. The respondents were made up of 70 cocoa cooperators and 43 cocoa non-cooperators from five communities in the study area. A well designed questionnaire was used to collect data. The collected data were analyzed using frequency counts,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0190
  • Pages:60
  • Reference:YES
53. Assessment of Online Resources Usage by Agricultural Science Lecturers of Tertiary Institutions in Benue State Nigeria
ABSTRACT  The study assessed the use of online resources by agricultural science lecturers of tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. A total of 193 lecturers, randomly sampled from a population of 775 from six tertiary institutions of learning, including, two universities, two colleges of education and one college of agriculture were used... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0189
  • Pages:90
  • Reference:YES
54. Socio-Economic And Cultural Analyses of Food Security Among Selected Ethnic Groups in North Central Nigeria
ABSTRACT The broad objective of the study was to investigate the socio-economic and cultural dimensions of food security among selected ethnic groups in North Central Nigeria. Specifically, the study was designed to: determine food culture and practices of the respondents; determine the household food security status (energy availability) across... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0188
  • Pages:149
  • Reference:YES
55. Devolved specialization, one Agricultural venture or crop per county or region of Kenya
As much as the average land holding in the Western Kenya counties', formerly western province, remain 4 acres per household according to KWAHO, the population growth rate is at 2.4 % (DHS2004). This is exerting more pressure on land holdings. Moreover, 55.6% 0f the population in the sub-county lives with less than 1.25 US $ per day as per the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0187
  • Pages:4
  • Reference:YES
56. Cassava Enterprise/ Agribusiness Study in Ifelodun metropolis, Kwara state, Nigeria
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of Study Nigeria is blessed with abundant natural and human resources, but despite its significant natural resources, majority of the citizens are living below the poverty line. For instance according to WDI, (2015), an estimated 60% of Nigerians live on less than US$1.25 per day. Nigeria was also ranked... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0186
  • Pages:66
  • Reference:YES
57. Impact of Coffee Growing on Economic Welfare and Development in Bushenyi District
TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION APPROVAL DEDICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS LIST OF FIGURES LIST OF TABLES ABSTRACT   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Background of the study 1.2 Statement of the Problem 1.3 Purpose of the study 1.4 Objectives of the study 1.4.1 General objective 1.4.2 Specific objectives 1.5... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0185
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
58. Prospect And Constraint Of African Yam Bean A Case Study Of Konshisha Lga
Abstract Food-security and sustainability is a serious global concern in the recent times. Many indigenous food crops of Africa which promises to ameliorate nutritional food insecurities are presently neglected and under-utilized. African yam bean (AYB) is one of such crop with tremendous nutritional potentials. The poor awareness about the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0184
  • Pages:56
  • Reference:YES
59. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT This research work was carried out about the comparative analysis of agricultural and industrial development in Nigeria economy.  It wants to evaluate the contributions of the sectors to the economic development of Nigeria.   Nigeria is predominantly an agricultural society.  It is the source of raw materials for her industries and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0183
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
60. Income Polarization Among Undergraduates of University of Ibadan
ABSTRACT In spite of increasing interest in income polarization among researchers in Nigeria, there is dearth literature on its existence among undergraduate students especially with the primary data. It is argued that a polarized income distribution among the students has the potential of breeding tension and social unrest, protest or... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0182
  • Pages:40
  • Reference:YES
61. Demand Analysis for Tomato, Onion, Peppers, and Fresh Okra in Nigeria
The results found in this study have implications for local Nigerian food producers, retailers, other participants of the food sector, and government food policy makers. In this thesis the demand analysis for onion, peppers, fresh okra and tomato in Nigeria was conducted using General Household Survey data collected by the World Bank and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0181
  • Pages:145
  • Reference:YES
62. A COMPARATIVE PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS OF BROILER PRODUCTION SYSTEMS IN URBAN AREAS OF EDO STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Broiler production is carried out under different production systems and different production systems imply variations in cost of inputs and returns. This study looked at the cost implications of raising broilers under different production systems as well as constraints faced by the farmers. The study was conducted in Edo State of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0180
  • Pages:80
  • Reference:YES
63. Marketing analysis of pineapple
The study analyzed the marketing of pineapple in Edo State. The specific objectives of the study include; to examine the cost,returns, daily sales and profitability of pine apple marketing along the examination of price variation and socio- economic characteristics of pineapple marketers.  Table of contents: introduction, literature review,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0179
  • Pages:427
  • Reference:YES
64. THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURE ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA 1980-2014
Abstract The study examines the impact of agriculture on economic growth in Nigeria from 1980 to 2014. Agriculture played a dominant role in the economic growth of the country, providing employment opportunity, raw materials for industries and providing foreign exchange earnings for the country. Though little emphasis was placed on agricultural... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0178
  • Pages:31
  • Reference:YES
65. The Roles of Middlemen in the Marketing of Paddy Rice in Kwande LGA of Benue State Nigeria
                                     ABSTRACT The study assessed the role of middlemen in the marketing of paddy rice in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue state. Simple random technique was used to select respondents. 140 copies of questionnaire were administered with the aim of reaching out to 70 rice farmers and 70... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0177
  • Pages:79
  • Reference:YES
66. The effect of interest rates on the growth of SME Businesses
An overwhelming majority of the world population is considered to be poor. Various approaches have been employed in alleviating poverty, including provision of micro-credit to the poor populace. It is believed that with micro-credit, the poor will set up income generating projects, in this case SMEs. In the past, SMEs were seen to be constrained... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0176
  • Pages:35
  • Reference:YES
67. Agricultural Policies & Economic Growth in Nigeria
                                                                   ABSTRACT This study assesses the impact of agricultural policies and development on economic growth in Nigeria. The data used in this study was collecte d from secondary data which covers about 33 years. Unit root, ordinary least square and  c... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0175
  • Pages:75
  • Reference:YES
68. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF POULTRY-EGG PRODUCTION IN ODEDA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
ABSTRACT This research work was analysed the cost and returns of poultry egg production in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State. Primary data was collected from 90 poultry egg farmers drawn from the study area by a simple random sampling technique. The data collected were analysed using descriptive, budgetary, regression analysis and likert... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0174
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
69. DETERMINANT OF AGRICULTURAL OUTPUT IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examines the determinants of agricultural output based on the empirical evidence of the short-run and long-run interrelationships among capital expenditure on agriculture, inflation rate, external reserve, interest rate, average annual rainfall and food importation using agricultural output as dependent variable. Macroeconomics... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0173
  • Pages:47
  • Reference:YES
70. AN ANALYSIS OF LABOUR USE EFFICIENCY FOR A1 FARMERS IN MARONDERA DISTRICT OF ZIMBABWE
ABSTRACT Labour productivity and technical efficiency of farmers in tobacco and maize production in Zimbabwe were studied in Marondera District. Primary data were collected from 30 tobacco and maize A1 farmers selected using convenient sampling. Data analyses was done using the multiple linear regression and the Linear Programming approach to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0172
  • Pages:49
  • Reference:YES
71. Cost and Returns of Vegetable Production in Delta State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT The study examined the costs and returns of vegetable crops production in Delta State, Nigeria. The objectives were to describe the socio-economic characteristic of vegetable crops farmers, identify the major vegetable crops cultivated and the production system adopted in the study area, examine the effect of socio-economic factors on... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0171
  • Pages:69
  • Reference:YES
72. Economics of Cheese Production among Nomadic Households in Ogun State, Nigeria
The selling of dairy products is widespread among the Fulani. The traditional pastoral sector is noted for the production and vending of milk is the most important economic preoccupation of the Fulani however, it faces many challenges in Nigeria. The study therefore, examined the profitability of cheese production among nomadic households in Ogun... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0170
  • Pages:12
  • Reference:YES
73. The Determinants of Household Demand for Maize in Iwo ADP Zone of Osun State
ABSTRACT This study analyses the determinants of household demand for maize in Iwo Adp zone of Osun State. The objectives of the study were to:- Analyse the determinants of demand for maize, determine the level of demand for maize and determine the income distribution of the household maize consumers in the area of study. A multi-stage sampling... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0169
  • Pages:31
  • Reference:YES
74. IMPACT OF NON-OIL EXPORT ON THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR IN NIGERIA (1986-2016)
This study examined the impact of non-oil export on the manufacturing sector in Nigeria within the time frame  of 1986-2016. Time series data on manufacturing output was the dependent variable, while the independent variables were non-oil export, exchange rate and non-oil import. The technique of estimation employed in the study was the Ordinary... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0168
  • Pages:63
  • Reference:YES
75. Marketing analysis of Red pepper in Olamaboro local government area in kogi state
This study was carried out with the aim of analyzing the marketing of red pepper (Capsicum annum) in Olamaboro local government area of Kogi state. Specific objectives of the study included describing the socio-economic characteristics of marketers in the study area, to identify the various marketing channels employed in the marketing of red... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0167
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
76. MARKETING ANALYSIS OF RED PEPPER (Capsicum annum) IN OLAMABORO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA
This study was carried out with the aim of analyzing the marketing of red pepper (Capsicum annum) in Olamaboro local government area of Kogi state. Specific objectives of the study included describing the socio-economic characteristics of marketers in the study area, to identify the various marketing channels employed in the marketing of red... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0166
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
77. Economic Efficiency of Small Scale Tomato Production in Turbo Sub County, Kenya
ABSTRACT The horticulture industry sustains millions of livelihoods in Kenya through local and export markets.The study sought to assess the economic efficiency of tomato production with a view to initiating appropriate interventions, including informing tomato development initiatives and policy makers. The research took a broad use of survey... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0165
  • Pages:36
  • Reference:YES
78. Effects of Production Resources on Gross Margin of Cocoa Production in Osun State
ABSTRACT Cocoa has been a major source of income for many Nigerians and a major source of foreign exchange earnings for the country. However its production has been experiencing a declining trend in recent times. Many factors have been implicated. One major factor is the inaccessibility of inputs.   The objective of this study therefore describes... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0164
  • Pages:108
  • Reference:YES
79. THE ROLE OF THE MODERN NIGERIAN FAMILY AS AN AGENT OF SOCIALIZATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY. A CASE STUDY OF PANKSHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE
ABSTRACT The term “family” has been seen as a social unit that links a person to the society, and it serve as a cornerstone; a building block of society. While socialization is education in its broadest sense; it is a process by which people learn desirable attitude, belief, and valuable knowledge and skills of the society for the betterment... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0163
  • Pages:4
  • Reference:YES
80. Vrabil Farm Business Plan
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This feasibility study on the establishment of a Poultry Farm is based on the Survey made by Ogah Innocent Ojiya and the business. Which will be wholly owned by him. The proposed name of the Poultry farm will be Vrabil Poultry Farm and will concentrate on sales of birds and its products. When the farm grows to maturity we shall... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0162
  • Pages:24
  • Reference:YES
81. PROJECT PROPOSAL ON PIGGERY
This is a project proposal for people who want to involve in piggery.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0161
  • Pages:10
  • Reference:YES
82. Economics of Fish Farming in Selected Local Government Areas of Taraba State
The study analysed the economics of fish farming in selected local government areas of Taraba state, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to; (i) describe the socio-economic characteristics of fish farmers in the study area (ii), estimate the cost and returns of fish farming in the study area (iii), determine the relationship between input and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0160
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
83. PROFITABILTY ANALYSIS OF CASHEW PRODCUTION IN ANKPA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KOG
ABSTRACT The study was aimed at examining the profitability analysis of cashew production in anpka local government area of kogi state, Nigeria.  It involves the collection of primary data from a sample of 110 cashew farmers in the study area.  The analysis of data was done through a combination of descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0159
  • Pages:45
  • Reference:YES
84. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF YELLOW ROOT CASSAVA (VITAMIN 'A' BIO-FORTIFIED) PRODUCTION IN ORIIRE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF OYO STATE NIGERIA
ABSTRACT   Yellow cassava is an excellent source of -carotene and energy and it is known to show a delay in the onset off post-harvest deterioration which can be helpful in the acceptance of the crop for both farmers and consumers. The study examined economics of yellow root cassava (Vitamin A biofortified) production in Oriire local Government... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0158
  • Pages:63
  • Reference:YES
85. EVALUATION OF ORANGE-FLESHED SWEET POTATOES PRODUCTION ON THE LIVELIHOOD OF RURAL FARMERS IN OFFA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes production on the livelihood of Rural Farmers in Offa  LGA of Kwara State was examined in this study. The study data was collected using a  structured questionnaire, where (96) questionnaires were shared to the sampled  respondents from eight (8) villages in the study area. Data collected were analyzed ... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0157
  • Pages:86
  • Reference:YES
86. THE EFFECT OF CASSAVA-VALUE ADDITION ON THE INCOME OF SMALL SCALE FARMERS IN OYUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT   The study was conducted on the effect of cassava-value addition on the income of small-scale farmers in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara-State, Nigeria. A total number of 120 respondents were sampled through multi-stage random sampling technique. Primary data were collected from the respondents with structured questionnaire. Data... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0156
  • Pages:45
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Statistical Analysis
  • Reference:YES
87. ANALYSING THE EFFICIENCY OF RESOURCE USE BY MAIZE FARMERS IN THE EASTERN AGRICULTURAL ZONE OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examined the efficiency of resource use by maize farmers in the eastern agricultural zone of Kogi State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study are to describe the socio-economic characteristics of maize farmers, determine the input-output relationship of maize production, determine the resource-use efficiency in maize production,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0155
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
88. SOCIO-ECONOMICS DETERMINANT OF MULTI-DIMENTIONAL POVERTY AMONG YAM FARMERS IN SAKI WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT, OYO STATE.
Abstract              The research work examined the socio-economics determinant  of multidimensional poverty among yam farmer. This study attempted to establish the multidimensional poverty among yam farmer on residents of Saki West local government area of Oyo state.  Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0154
  • Pages:43
  • Reference:YES
89. AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION OF POULTRY FARMERS ABOUT GOVERNMENT POLICY ON SITING POULTRY FARMS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF IBADAN METROPOLIS
ABSTRACT Problems from poultry facilities and waste products still remain a serious environmental problem confronting both the producers and consumers. This study examined the awareness and perception of poultry farmers about government policy on siting poultry farms in residential areas of Ibadan metropolis. One hundred and sixty respondents were... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0153
  • Pages:42
  • Reference:YES
90. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF EFFECTS OF PESTS AND DISEASES ON SMALL SCALE MAIZE PRODUCERS
ABSTRACT The study examined the economic analysis of effects of pests and disease on small scale maize producers in Akinyele Local Government Area, Oyo state. The objectives of this research work are to determine the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, the cost and return of maize production and also the factors that influence... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0152
  • Pages:44
  • Reference:YES
91. THE IMPACT OF GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA
The research observes that although rising government expenditure has relatively significant on economic growth. It has not translated to meaningful develop m ent as Nigeria still ranks among world's poorest counties. In an attempt to investigate the impact of government expenditure on economic growth, we adopted a dis-aggregated  analysis using... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0151
  • Pages:15
  • Reference:YES
92. Role of Agricultural Credit in Improving the Livelihood of Farming Households: The case of Oromia Credit Saving and Share Company in Gomma Woreda, Jimma zone, Oromia Regional State
ABSTRACT Agricultural credit is a practice of receiving loan with interest rates which is used to increase agricultural production. Agricultural credit now a day’s becomes a serious agenda in economic activities across the globe and it is one of the contributing factors for economic development; especially in the third world countries. It is a... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0150
  • Pages:94
  • Reference:YES
93. Impact Of Agricultural Development On Economic Growth In Nigeria (1980-2016)
ABSTRACT In recent decades, the main and potential contribution of agriculture to economic growth has been a subject of much controversy among development economists. Assome contend that agricultural development is a pre—condition forindustrialization, others strongly object it and argue for a different path. Takingadvantage of ordinary least... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0149
  • Pages:34
  • Reference:YES
94. Multi-dimensional Poverty Estimates for Fishing Households in The South-Western Zone of Nigeria
ABSTRACT Using the traditional income-expenditure approach, coastal households have been adjudged to be poorer than their non-coastal counterparts. Poverty encompasses deprivation in other welfare dimensions such as education, health, housing, household assets, potable water and social participation. However, only few studies have conceptualised... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0148
  • Pages:213
  • Reference:YES
95. Comparative Advantage And Rice Policy in Ghana
ABSTRACT ASSUMING-BREMPONG, SAMUEL, University of the Philippines at Los Banos (UPLB), October 1987. COMPARATIVE ADVANTAGE AND RICE POLICY IN GHANA. Major Professor: Dr John C. Flinn. Even though rice is a minor staple in Ghana (WARDA estimated per capita consumption to be 6.7 kg. in 1983), and accounts for about 1 0% of all cereals, its imports... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0147
  • Pages:203
  • Reference:YES
96. Cocoyam Marketing in South East Nigeria
ABSTRACT Cocoyam is highly perishable and considerable economic losses occur after it is harvested. This is a result of rot, sprouting and other physiological changes. These losses could be reduced through efficient storage, processing and marketing. This study is about the economic study of cocoyam marketing in southeast Nigeria. It specifically... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0146
  • Pages:131
  • Reference:YES
97. PRICE FLUCTUATION AND MARKET INTEGRATION OF SELECTED CEREAL IN NORTH-EASTERN NIGERIA, 2001-2010
ABSTRACT  Prices contain information crucial to maximizing the returns to production and marketing investments. At planting time, a farmer's planting decision depends on expected profits, which invariably hinge on the anticipated prices of the crop or mix of crops that would prevail in the market at the time of sale and on the farmer's... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0145
  • Pages:145
  • Reference:YES
98. An Analysis of the Financial Structure and Profitability of Rice Enterprise; The case of Adarice Project Participating farmers in Enugu State, Nigeria.
Abstract   In 1962, the Government of Eastern Region of Nigeria acquired two parcels of land measuring about 500 hectares each at Omasi and Adani at the Uzo-Uwani area of Enugu Province of Eastern Nigeria. The parcels of land were ear-marked for the establislln~ent of the former Um-Uwani Farm Settle~nerit Scheme. Progress in the establislinient... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0144
  • Pages:165
  • Reference:YES
99. Economic Assessment of The National Fadama Development Programme in Kano State : A Comparative Study of Beneficiaries And Non-Beneficiaries
ABSTRACT Fadama farming has contributed significantly to Nigeria’s agriculture in particular and the country in general, but the contributions have remained largely unmeasured. As a result, this study examined the influence of the National Fadama Development Project on Fadama farmers in Kano State. Primary and secondary data were sought. A set... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0143
  • Pages:70
  • Reference:YES
100. Appraisal of Poultry Feeds Marketing in Anambra State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This study examined the marketing of poultry feeds in Anambra State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to: describe the socio-economic characteristics of the poultry feeds marketers; identify and describe the marketing channels for poultry feeds; describe the promotional activities adopted by these poultry feed marketers; assess the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0142
  • Pages:93
  • Reference:YES
101. Climate Variability and Farm Technology Adoption Decisions among Smallholder Farmers in Pangani River Basin
Abstract Climate change is currently a serious threat for agriculture development and food security in sub-Saharan Africa. With the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) climate outlook for the 21st century, the future of maize production in Tanzania remains under threat due to more intense and frequent droughts, and more erratic... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0141
  • Pages:7
  • Reference:YES
102. An Assessment Of The Contribution Of Food Aid Programs To Household Food Security Of Smallholder Farmers In Buhera District, Zimbabwe
ABSTRACT The study was carried out in Buhera District in 2013. The aim of the study was to assess the contribution of food aid on food security. The study sampled 30 households using simple random sampling who are the beneficiaries of food aid. Food aid programme is widely debated in the world and has made many people to believe that food aid has... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0140
  • Pages:60
  • Reference:YES
103. Evaluation of Rural Credit Markets on Small Holder Farmers' Production and Income: (A Case of Ikwuano L.G.A. Abia State)
ABSTRACT This study investigated the evaluation of rural  credit markets in Ikwuano Local Government Area of  Abia State. The study focused on the financial lending  institutions (formal and informal) that lend money to  farmers, the differences in the lending conditions and  amount of loan granted between the identified sources.  Also, the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0139
  • Pages:106
  • Reference:YES
104. A Comparative Analysis Of Machine And Hand Picking Harvesting Method In Tea Production, A Case Of Southdown Estate, Chipinge
ABSTRACT For the past decades Southdown estate in Zimbabwe employed manual tea harvesting method, due to labour shortages and increase in labour costs tea harvesting became expensive. Although the estate adopted machine harvesting method in a quest to resolve imminent financial problems faced at Southdown the costs kept escalating. Therefore this... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0138
  • Pages:56
  • Reference:YES
105. Structure And Operation Of Rural Interest Rates In Savings Mobilization And Extension Of Credit In The Cross River State
ABSTRACT This study has provided information on the structure and operation of rural interest rates in savings mobilisation and extension of credit in the Cross River State. A historical survey of interest rate in the Christian religion showed that the Church prohibited interest rates and established laws to discourage the giving and taking of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0137
  • Pages:147
  • Reference:YES
106. Land Lease Market And Its Effects On Crop Production In Enugu State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This study empirically assessed the effects of land lease market on crop production in Enugu State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to: describe the socio-economic characteristics of crop farmers; identify the land tenure systems available in the study area; identify and describe the structure and conducts of land lease market;... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0136
  • Pages:82
  • Reference:YES
107. Market Age, Enterprise Size And Relative Efficiency In Broiler Production In Imo State Of Nigeria
The study focused on market age, enterprise size and relative efficiency in broiler production in Imo State . The main aim was to determine resource use efficiencies in broiler brooding and rearing enterprises as well as large-scale and small-scale outfits in the two enterprises. Using multi-stage sampling technique, the study area was zoned into... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0135
  • Pages:97
  • Reference:YES
108. Economic Analysis of Pig Production in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria
Introduction Agriculture is a crucial sector that provides employment opportunities for majority of Nigerian, and is responsible for more than one-third of the total Gross Domestic Product (GDP), FAO (2012); Adetunji and Adeyemo, (2012) and Finlutell, 2013). The livestock sector is also crucial to the national economics development as it is the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0134
  • Pages:58
  • Reference:YES
109. PROFIT EFFICIENCY OF SMALL-SCALE RICE FARMS IN PATIGI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
This study examined the profit efficiency of small-scale rice farms in Patigi Local Government  Area of Kwara State, Nigeria based on the data collected from 150 small scale rice  farmers in the study area which was selected using a three-stage sampling method. The  Cobb-Douglas Stochastic Frontier Profit Function, Descriptive statistics, Gross... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0133
  • Pages:70
  • Reference:YES
110. The Economic Impact of Public Investments in Maize Research and Extension in Ghana, 1979-97
ABSTRACT Maize is the most important cereal in Ghana grown by some 1.74 million households and contributing 67 billion cedis or 14 million dollars to Ghana as at the 1991-92 crop season. Maize is eaten in various forms in most homes. In the late seventies, maize production declined. The Ghana Grains Development Project was established in 1979 to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0132
  • Pages:307
  • Reference:YES
111. Analysis of Rural Women’s Use of Technologies in Women in Agriculture Programme in Umuahia Agricultural Zone.
ABSTRACT  Food production, majorly revolves around women who are most times not privileged to have some inputs at their disposal. The use of improved technologies in production no doubt increases food production but women are not empowered to make use of these technologies in Umuahia Agricultural Zone, Abia State. This study therefore, analysed... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0131
  • Pages:168
  • Reference:YES
112. Economic Performance of Commercial Poultry Egg Production in Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This study analyses the performance of commercial poultry-egg production in FCT, Abuja. Specifically, it examines profitability, efficiency (technical, cost and profit) level, factors affecting cost efficiency, determinants of profit efficiency as well as the constraints faced by poultry egg farmers in the study area. Data for this study... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0130
  • Pages:118
  • Reference:YES
113. Rural Farming and Development in Bukwa District Eastern Uganda
ABSTRACT The study investigated, “rural farming and development in Bukwa district, Eastern Uganda. The main reason of study was to establish the effect of rural farming on development and how It can be transformed to Improve the wellbeing of the population. The study mainly targeted the farmers. Questionnaires (Self Mmlnlstered Questionnaires)... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0129
  • Pages:79
  • Reference:YES
114. Determinants of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Inflow to the Agricultural Sector in Sudan (2005 – 2015)
Abstract Sudan has a fertile agricultural land, large amount of fresh water and variety of animal resources. This beside it’s distinguishable geographic location in Africa. Nevertheless Sudan is characterized by low per capita income and high dependency ratio, therefore, savings is very low in both public and private level which is constraining... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0128
  • Pages:42
  • Reference:YES
115. Evaluation of Food Potentials of Tiger Nut Tubers and Its Product
ABSTRACT The food potentials of tigernut tubers (Cyperus esculentus) locally know as “aki awusa” in Igbo, ”aya” in Hausa and “ofio” in Yoruba were evaluated. The proximate composition of 100g of raw and processed tigernuts showed that moisture content of tigernuts ranged from 4.19 – 51.93 %, crude protein 2.61 – 10.12 %, ash 0.70... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0127
  • Pages:103
  • Reference:YES
116. Comparative Analysis of Technical Efficiency and Input Levels Used in Rice Production Under Farmer Managed Irrigation Systems (FMIS) and Rain fed Systems (RFS) in Kogi State
Abstract This research was designed to determine and compare the technical efficiency and input levels used in rice production under farmer managed irrigation systems (FMIS) and rain fed systems (RFS) in Kogi State. It also compared the effects of socioeconomic characteristics on the technical efficiency of farmers in the FMIS and RFS. Four null... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0126
  • Pages:128
  • Reference:YES
117. EFFECT OF POST ECONOMIC RECESSION ON PROFIT ABILITY OF SMALL SCALE POULTRY EGG FARMING IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Developing countries all over the world, Nigeria inclusive has suffered low profitability or losses in poultry egg farming during economic recession. Therefore this study examined the effects of post economic recession on profitability of small scale poultry egg farming in Ekiti State, Nigeria. This study adopted a Three-stage sampling... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0125
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
118. DETERMINANTS OF COCOA PRODUCTION UNDER THE NEW COCOA POLICY IN OSUN STATE NIGERIA
  ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to access the determinants of cocoa production under the new cocoa policies in Osun State, Nigeria. The cocoa policies reviewed were soil fertility, access to inputs, pest and diseases, access to credit, access to land and land management, access to information and they were examined to check if it has... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0124
  • Pages:65
  • Reference:YES
119. Assessment of Food Safety in the Bread Supply Chain in Ekiti State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT Bread is an important staple food that does not require further processing before consumption. Despite the awareness created and efforts of government to ensure that quality bread are available for consumption of all, there are several routes through which bread is being contaminated. Problems such as accelerating bread production, unsafe... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0123
  • Pages:93
  • Reference:YES
120. INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE AND CONTROL PRACTICES OF SHEEP AND GOAT DISEASES AND PEST AMONG FARMERS IN !KOLE EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study attempts to investigate the level of access, use and effectiveness of indigenous knowledge practices in controlling diseases and pest in sheep and goats among goat and sheep farmers in Ik~le Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. Data were gathered through a questionnaire scheduled on a total of 90 goat and sheep farmers in lkole Ekiti.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0122
  • Pages:61
  • Reference:YES
121. HOUSEHOLD CONSUMPTION PREFERENCE FOR PLANT PROTEINS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This research was undertaken to determine consumption preference between plant protein and animal protein sources by households in Nigeria, using Ekiti state as a case study and the variables that influenced the households' consumption preference between the two. The study methodology comprised a two stage sampling technique, which was... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0121
  • Pages:77
  • Reference:YES
122. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF NON-WOOD FOREST PRODUCTS IN IKOLE LOACL GOVERNMENT AREA EKITI STATE
ABSTRACT This study identified Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFPs) and income generated from them, estimate the cost and return structure of non-wood forest products in the study area, describe the socio-economic characteristics of the rural people engaging in harvesting of non-wood forest products, investigate the constraint hindering rural people... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0120
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
123. EFFECTIVENESS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN DISSEMINATION OF AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION ON INPUT DELIVERY AMONG ARABLE CROP FARMERS IN EKITI STATE
ABSTRACT The study attempts to investigate the level of awareness, access and effectiveness of information and communication technology (JCT) tools among arable crop farmers in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Data were gathered through a questionnaire scheduled on a total of 90 arable crop farmers. The data were analysed using frequency, mean, standard... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0119
  • Pages:105
  • Reference:YES
124. Economic Analysis of Replacing Imported Cabbage with Locally . Produced Garden Egg Fruit for Salad Preparation in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
ABSTRACT. The study dealt with the possibility of reducing dependence on food importation by replacing foreign products with locally sourced food products. Primary and secondary data were used to accomplish the objectives of the study. Primary data were collected using detail questionnaire . and focused group discussion and laboratory analysis. A... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0118
  • Pages:55
  • Reference:YES
125. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF COCOY AM-BASED PRODUCTION IN IKOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE
ABSTRACT The productivity analysis of cocoyam-based production in Ikole local government area of Ekiti state was investigated using 80 respondents from 4 villages ( Otunja. Isaba, Ilotin and Ijesha isu), farmers were interviewed from each area. Data was collected using structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, cost and returns analysis... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0117
  • Pages:64
  • Reference:YES
126. EFFECT OF LAND FRAGMENTATION ON FARMING INCOME IN TWO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF EKITI STATE
ABSTRACT Land has been seen as the composition of all naturally occurring resources whose supply is inherently fixed while, fragmentation of land has been argued as the scattering of land through which single farm consist of numerous spatially separated plots.Past studies and literature has shown that fragmentation is common among small scale... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0116
  • Pages:76
  • Reference:YES
127. DETERMINANTS OF CREDIT ACQUISITION AND ITS EFFECT ON OUTPUT OF FARMERS IN IKOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the determinants of credit acquisition in lkole local government area and its effect on their output. Specific objectives are to describe the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers, identified the sources of credit available to the farmers, i dentify problems that constrain farmers from... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0115
  • Pages:61
  • Reference:YES
128. THE ROLES OF COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF COCOA IN JLE-OLUJI/ OKEIGBO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF ONDO STATE
ABSTRACT Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents out of which 113 responded. The respondents were made up of 70 cocoa cooperators and 43 cocoa non-cooperators from five communities in the study area. A well designed questionnaire was used to collect data. The collected data were analyzed using frequency counts,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0114
  • Pages:60
  • Reference:YES
129. Assessment of Rural Youth Migration in Ovia North East Local Government Area, Edo State
The study assessed rural youth migration in Ovia north east local government area of Edo State. This study specifically described socio-economic characteristics of rural households obtained, information on migrant youth, examined the level of youth participation in agricultural and rural development activities and the effect of youth migration on... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0113
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
130. Assessment of Rural Youth Migration in Ovia North East Local Government Area, Edo State
The study assessed rural youth migration in Ovia north east local government area of Edo State. This study specifically described socio-economic characteristics of rural households obtained, information on migrant youth, examined the level of youth participation in agricultural and rural development activities and the effect of youth migration on... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0112
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
131. SOCIO-ECONOMICS DETERMINANT OF MULTI-DIMENTIONAL POVERTY AMONG YAM FARMERS IN SAKI WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT, OYO STATE.
Abstract The research work examined the socio-economics determinant of multidimensional poverty among yam farmer. This study attempted to establish the multidimensional poverty among yam farmer on residents of Saki West local government area of Oyo state. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentage... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0111
  • Pages:43
  • Reference:YES
132. The Impact of Human Immuno-deficiency Virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency Syndrome Scourge on Farm Labour Productivity and Welfare of Infected and Non Infected Farmers in Federal Capital Territo
ABSTRACT This study was undertaken to assess the impact of Human Immuno-deficiency virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency syndrome scourge on Farm labour productivity and welfare of infected and non infected farmers in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. A multistage selection involving purposive and stratified random sampling techniques was used in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0110
  • Pages:104
  • Reference:YES
133. SOCIO-ECONOMICS DETERMINANT OF MULTI-DIMENTIONAL POVERTY AMONG YAM FARMERS IN SAKI WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT, OYO STATE.
Abstract The research work examined the socio-economics determinant of multidimensional poverty among yam farmer. This study attempted to establish the multidimensional poverty among yam farmer on residents of Saki West local government area of Oyo state. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentage... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0109
  • Pages:43
  • Reference:YES
134. The Impact of Human Immuno-deficiency Virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency Syndrome Scourge on Farm Labour Productivity and Welfare of Infected and Non Infected Farmers in Federal Capital Territo
ABSTRACT This study was undertaken to assess the impact of Human Immuno-deficiency virus/Acquired Immuno-deficiency syndrome scourge on Farm labour productivity and welfare of infected and non infected farmers in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. A multistage selection involving purposive and stratified random sampling techniques was used in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0108
  • Pages:104
  • Reference:YES
135. The effect of interest rates on the growth of SME Businesses
p{margin-bottom:.1in;direction:ltr;color:#00000a;line-height:120%;text-align:left}p.western{font-family:'Calibri',serif;font-size:11pt}p.cjk{font-family:'Calibri';font-size:11pt}p.ctl{font-size:11pt}a:link{color:#00f} An overwhelming majority of the world population is considered to be poor. Various approaches have been employed in alleviating... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0107
  • Pages:35
  • Reference:YES
136. The effect of interest rates on the growth of SME Businesses
p{margin-bottom:.1in;direction:ltr;color:#00000a;line-height:120%;text-align:left}p.western{font-family:'Calibri',serif;font-size:11pt}p.cjk{font-family:'Calibri';font-size:11pt}p.ctl{font-size:11pt}a:link{color:#00f} An overwhelming majority of the world population is considered to be poor. Various approaches have been employed in alleviating... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0106
  • Pages:35
  • Reference:YES
137. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF LAYER PRODUCTIONS IN JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF TARABA STATE NIGERIA
INTRODUCTION The poultry industry is very important to the Nigerian economy because it provides a good source of animal protein in eggs and meat. Protein plays important roles in the formation of a balanced human diet which is essential for the good health, vigor and productivity capacity of the people (Abdullahi, Maqbool & Bukhsh, 2007).... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0105
  • Pages:20
  • Reference:YES
138. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT This research work was carried out about the comparative analysis of agricultural and industrial development in Nigeria economy. It wants to evaluate the contributions of the sectors to the economic development of Nigeria. Nigeria is predominantly an agricultural society. It is the source of raw materials for her industries and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0104
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
139. Agricultural Policies & Economic Growth in Nigeria
                                                                   ABSTRACT This study assesses the impact of agricultural policies and development on economic growth in Nigeria. The data used in this study was collecte d from secondary data which covers about 33 years. Unit root, ordinary least square and  c... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0103
  • Pages:75
  • Reference:YES
140. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF POULTRY-EGG PRODUCTION IN ODEDA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
ABSTRACT This research work was analysed the cost and returns of poultry egg production in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State. Primary data was collected from 90 poultry egg farmers drawn from the study area by a simple random sampling technique. The data collected were analysed using descriptive, budgetary, regression analysis and likert... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0102
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
141. Agricultural Policies & Economic Growth in Nigeria
                                                                   ABSTRACT This study assesses the impact of agricultural policies and development on economic growth in Nigeria. The data used in this study was collecte d from secondary data which covers about 33 years. Unit root, ordinary least square and  c... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0101
  • Pages:75
  • Reference:YES
142. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF POULTRY-EGG PRODUCTION IN ODEDA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
ABSTRACT This research work was analysed the cost and returns of poultry egg production in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State. Primary data was collected from 90 poultry egg farmers drawn from the study area by a simple random sampling technique. The data collected were analysed using descriptive, budgetary, regression analysis and likert... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0100
  • Pages:58
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Simple Percentage
  • Reference:YES
143. THE ROLE OF THE MODERN NIGERIAN FAMILY AS AN AGENT OF SOCIALIZATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY. A CASE STUDY OF PANKSHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0099
  • Pages:4
  • Reference:YES
144. ACCESSIBLITY AND UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AMONG CASSAVA FARMERS IN UYO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA ,AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study was primarily undertaken to examine the accessibility and utilization of ICT among cassava farmers in Uyo local government area. The specific objectives of the study were to identify the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers, examine the type of ICT tools available to Cassava farmers, examine the level of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0098
  • Pages:66
  • Reference:YES
145. THE ROLE OF THE MODERN NIGERIAN FAMILY AS AN AGENT OF SOCIALIZATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY. A CASE STUDY OF PANKSHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0097
  • Pages:4
  • Reference:YES
146. ACCESSIBLITY AND UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AMONG CASSAVA FARMERS IN UYO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA ,AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study was primarily undertaken to examine the accessibility and utilization of ICT among cassava farmers in Uyo local government area. The specific objectives of the study were to identify the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers, examine the type of ICT tools available to Cassava farmers, examine the level of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0096
  • Pages:66
  • Reference:YES
147. AN ANALYSIS OF LABOUR USE EFFICIENCY FOR A1 FARMERS IN MARONDERA DISTRICT OF ZIMBABWE
ABSTRACT Labour productivity and technical efficiency of farmers in tobacco and maize production in Zimbabwe were studied in Marondera District. Primary data were collected from 30 tobacco and maize A1 farmers selected using convenient sampling. Data analyses was done using the multiple linear regression and the Linear Programming approach to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0095
  • Pages:49
  • Reference:YES
148. Perceived Effects of Climate Change on Food Crops Production in Oyo State
Abstract The study assessed the perceived effects of climate change on food crops production in Oyo State. Multi stage sampling technique was used in selecting 120 respondents for the study. Primary data was collected through interview schedule and it was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Results reveal that majority... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0094
  • Pages:15
  • Reference:YES
149. AN ANALYSIS OF LABOUR USE EFFICIENCY FOR A1 FARMERS IN MARONDERA DISTRICT OF ZIMBABWE
ABSTRACT Labour productivity and technical efficiency of farmers in tobacco and maize production in Zimbabwe were studied in Marondera District. Primary data were collected from 30 tobacco and maize A1 farmers selected using convenient sampling. Data analyses was done using the multiple linear regression and the Linear Programming approach to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0093
  • Pages:49
  • Reference:YES
150. Perceived Effects of Climate Change on Food Crops Production in Oyo State
Abstract The study assessed the perceived effects of climate change on food crops production in Oyo State. Multi stage sampling technique was used in selecting 120 respondents for the study. Primary data was collected through interview schedule and it was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Results reveal that majority... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0092
  • Pages:15
  • Reference:YES
151. PROJECT PROPOSAL ON PIGGERY
This is a project proposal for people who want to involve in piggery.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0091
  • Pages:10
  • Reference:YES
152. PROJECT PROPOSAL ON PIGGERY
This is a project proposal for people who want to involve in piggery.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0090
  • Pages:10
  • Reference:YES
153. Effects of Climate Change on Cowpea Production among Small Scale Farmers in Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0089
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
154. THE IMPACT OF GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA
The research observes that although rising government expenditure has relatively significant on economic growth. It has not translated to meaningful develop m ent as Nigeria still ranks among world's poorest counties. In an attempt to investigate the impact of government expenditure on economic growth, we adopted a dis-aggregated analysis using... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0088
  • Pages:15
  • Reference:YES
155. Income Polarization Among Undergraduates of University of Ibadan
ABSTRACT In spite of increasing interest in income polarization among researchers in Nigeria, there is dearth literature on its existence among undergraduate students especially with the primary data. It is argued that a polarized income distribution among the students has the potential of breeding tension and social unrest, protest or... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0087
  • Pages:40
  • Reference:YES
156. Demand Analysis for Tomato, Onion, Peppers, and Fresh Okra in Nigeria
The results found in this study have implications for local Nigerian food producers, retailers, other participants of the food sector, and government food policy makers. In this thesis the demand analysis for onion, peppers, fresh okra and tomato in Nigeria was conducted using General Household Survey data collected by the World Bank and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0086
  • Pages:145
  • Reference:YES
157. EFFECT OF JATROPHA SEED OIL IN THE CONTROL OF CALLOSOBRUCHUS MACULATUS (Coleoptera:Bruchidae) IN STORED COWPEA
ABSTRACT The insecticidal potential of Jatropha curcas seed oil against Callosobruchus maculatus on stored cowpea was evaluated under laboratory condition. The seed oil was applied at concentrations of 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, and 1.0ml/50g of cowpea seeds. An untreated control and solvent (petroleum spirit)-containing treatment were also included. Jatropha... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0085
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
158. Role of Agricultural Credit in Improving the Livelihood of Farming Households: The case of Oromia Credit Saving and Share Company in Gomma Woreda, Jimma zone, Oromia Regional State
ABSTRACT Agricultural credit is a practice of receiving loan with interest rates which is used to increase agricultural production. Agricultural credit now a day’s becomes a serious agenda in economic activities across the globe and it is one of the contributing factors for economic development; especially in the third world countries. It is a... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0084
  • Pages:94
  • Reference:YES
159. Impact Of Agricultural Development On Economic Growth In Nigeria (1980-2016)
ABSTRACT In recent decades, the main and potential contribution of agriculture to economic growth has been a subject of much controversy among development economists. Assome contend that agricultural development is a pre—condition forindustrialization, others strongly object it and argue for a different path. Takingadvantage of ordinary least... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0083
  • Pages:34
  • Reference:YES
160. The Determinants of Household Demand for Maize in Iwo ADP Zone of Osun State
ABSTRACT This study analyses the determinants of household demand for maize in Iwo Adp zone of Osun State. The objectives of the study were to:- Analyse the determinants of demand for maize, determine the level of demand for maize and determine the income distribution of the household maize consumers in the area of study. A multi-stage sampling... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0082
  • Pages:31
  • Reference:YES
161. IDENTIFICATION OF CONSTRAINTS AND EFFECTIVE EDUCATIONAL STRATEGIES INFLUENCING THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION OFFICERS IN OYO AND OGUN STATES NIGERIA
  Abstract: Agricultural extension contributes to improving the welfare of farmers and other stakeholders by providing access to knowledge and information. This has led to increasing emphasis on effective training strategies to develop extension staff competencies. The study therefore focused on identification of constraints and effective... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0081
  • Pages:19
  • Reference:YES
162. WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN TRANSFORMATION OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME OF BAUCHI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examined the participation of women in transformation of agricultural development programme of Bauchi local government area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. Data were collected from 60 respondents in the study area using structured questionnaire.The data were analyzed using simple descriptive statistics and regression analysis. The... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0080
  • Pages:60
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Regression Analysis
  • Reference:YES
163. COST AND RETURNS OF VEGETABLE PRODUCTION IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examined the costs and returns of vegetable crops production in Delta State, Nigeria. The objectives were to describe the socio-economic characteristic of vegetable crops farmers, identify the major vegetable crops cultivated and the production system adopted in the study area, examine the effect of socio-economic factors on... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0079
  • Pages:69
  • Chapters:3
  • Methodology:nil
  • Reference:YES
164. Effects of Climate Change on Cowpea Production among Small Scale Farmers in Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria
ABSTRACT This work evaluates the effects of climate change on cowpea production among small-scale farmers in this regard Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. The study had (4) research objectives and (4) research questions raised from the objectives. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from the study... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0078
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
165. EVALUATION OF ORANGE-FLESHED SWEET POTATOES PRODUCTION ON THE LIVELIHOOD OF RURAL FARMERS IN OFFA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes production on the livelihood of Rural Farmers in Offa LGA of Kwara State was examined in this study. The study data was collected using a structured questionnaire, where (96) questionnaires were shared to the sampled respondents from eight (8) villages in the study area. Data collected were analyzed using... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0077
  • Pages:86
  • Reference:YES
166. THE EFFECT OF CASSAVA-VALUE ADDITION ON THE INCOME OF SMALL SCALE FARMERS IN OYUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study was conducted on the effect of cassava-value addition on the income of small-scale farmers in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara-State, Nigeria. A total number of 120 respondents were sampled through multi-stage random sampling technique. Primary data were collected from the respondents with structured questionnaire. Data... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0076
  • Pages:45
  • Reference:YES
167. Perceived Effect of Gangsterism on Livelihood of Rural Farmers in Ikorodu Loca Government Area, Lagos, Nigeria
TITLE:                       Perceived Effect of Gangsterism on Livelihood of Rural Farmers in Ikorodu NAME:                       ODUBELA OLUTOBI OLUSEYI MATRIC NO:             PG/16/0423 COLLEGE:                College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development DEPARTMENT... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0075
  • Pages:127
  • Reference:YES
168. ANALYSING THE EFFICIENCY OF RESOURCE USE BY MAIZE FARMERS IN THE EASTERN AGRICULTURAL ZONE OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examined the efficiency of resource use by maize farmers in the eastern agricultural zone of Kogi State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study are to describe the socio-economic characteristics of maize farmers, determine the input-output relationship of maize production, determine the resource-use efficiency in maize production,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0074
  • Pages:62
  • Reference:YES
169. Adoption of Improved Practices for Cocoa Production In Ekiti-State Nigeria
ABSTRACT This study assessed the adoption of improved practices for cocoa farmers in Ekiti state Nigeria. A multistage sampling technique was employed to select one hundred and twenty (120) cocoa farmers. Data were collected through interview schedule with the use of stuctured questionnaire and analysed using inferential and descriptive statistics... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0073
  • Pages:82
  • Reference:YES
170. ASSESSMENT OF THE EXTENSION SERVICE DELIVERY ON THE VALUE CHAIN OF PLANTAIN PRODUCTS IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study assessed the extension service delivery on the value chain of plants in product in Ekiti  State, Nigeria. It specifically examined the socio-economic characteristics of plantain farmers, marketers and consumers in the study area, the factors that determine the price of plantain in the study area, examined the factors that... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0072
  • Pages:72
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Simple Percentage
  • Reference:YES
171. Economics of Fish Farming in Selected Local Government Areas of Taraba State
The study analysed the economics of fish farming in selected local government areas of Taraba state, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to; (i) describe the socio-economic characteristics of fish farmers in the study area (ii), estimate the cost and returns of fish farming in the study area (iii), determine the relationship between input and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0071
  • Pages:72
  • Reference:YES
172. Vrabil Farm Business Plan
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This feasibility study on the establishment of a Poultry Farm is based on the Survey made by Ogah Innocent Ojiya and the business. Which will be wholly owned by him. The proposed name of the Poultry farm will be Vrabil Poultry Farm and will concentrate on sales of birds and its products. When the farm grows to maturity we shall... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0070
  • Pages:24
  • Reference:YES
173. ASSESSING POST-HARVEST FISH HANDLING PRACTICES AND LOSSES
ABSTRACT This research work aimed at assessing how fish is handled after being harvested and how poor handling can translate to losses in the selected study are of Namasale landing site on Lake Kyoga in Amolatar district, Uganda. The study used as structured questionnaire to answer research questions, and achieve the aims of the research Chapter... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0069
  • Pages:57
  • Reference:YES
174. The perception of Landmark University students on taking farming as a means of future livelihood
ABSTRACT The study was carried out to determine the perception of Landmark University Agricultural Students about farming as a means of future livelihood. A total of 120 students were randomly selected from Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Landmark University, Omu Aran. Structured questionnaire was used to elicit information from them. Data... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0068
  • Pages:75
  • Reference:YES
175. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF EFFECTS OF PESTS AND DISEASES ON SMALL SCALE MAIZE PRODUCERS
ABSTRACT The study examined the economic analysis of effects of pests and disease on small scale maize producers in Akinyele Local Government Area, Oyo state. The objectives of this research work are to determine the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, the cost and return of maize production and also the factors that influence... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0067
  • Pages:44
  • Reference:YES
176. ANALYSIS OF FARMERS-PASTORALISTS CONFLICT IN WESTERN ZONE OF BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study examined farmers-pastoralists conflicts in Western Zone of Bauchi State. Seventy- five arable farmers and 75 pastoralists were randomly and purposively selected respectively, in addition to 50 extension agents. Data were collected using questionnaires and were analyzed using simple descriptive statistics, chi-square analysis... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0066
  • Pages:232
  • Reference:YES
177. EFFECT OF WORKPLACE CONDITIONS ON EMPLOYEES’ JOB PERFORMANCEIN COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA (CRIN), IBADAN, OYO STATE,NIGERIA
This study was carried out to determine the effect of workplace conditions on employees’ job performance in Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, Ibadan. Stratified sampling techniques were used to select one hundred and thirty-nine (139) respondents through a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0065
  • Pages:69
  • Reference:YES
178. EFFECT OF RICE HUSK EXTRACT ON LEAF SPOT DISEASE OF PEPPER CAUSED BY Cercospora spp.
Pepper are subjected to many problems such as weeds and diseases like tobacco mosaic virus, damping off, blossom end rot, spotted wilt phytophthora root rot, cucumber virus, bacterial spot, Alternaria leaf spot and of cause Cercospora leaf spot. Therefore this study was conducted to determine the effect of rice husk extract on leaf spot disease of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0064
  • Pages:34
  • Reference:YES
179. Economics of Cheese Production among Nomadic Households in Ogun State, Nigeria
The selling of dairy products is widespread among the Fulani. The traditional pastoral sector is noted for the production and vending of milk is the most important economic preoccupation of the Fulani however, it faces many challenges in Nigeria. The study therefore, examined the profitability of cheese production among nomadic households in Ogun... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0063
  • Pages:12
  • Reference:YES
180. The Nexus in the Volatility in the Price of Crude Oil on Inclusive Growth in Nigeria (1986 - 2016)
Abstract Nigeria is a mono-product economy, where the main export commodity is crude oil, changes in crude oil prices has effects for the Nigerian economy and, in particular, inclusive growth proxied by per capita GDP. The latter is mostly important due to the double dilemma of being an oil exporting and oil-importing country, a situation that... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0062
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
181. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF LAYER PRODUCTIONS IN JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF TARABA STATE NIGERIA
INTRODUCTION The poultry industry is very important to the Nigerian economy because it provides a good source of animal protein in eggs and meat. Protein plays important roles in the formation of a balanced human diet which is essential for the good health, vigor and productivity capacity of the people (Abdullahi, Maqbool & Bukhsh, 2007).... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0061
  • Pages:20
  • Reference:YES
182. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT This research work was carried out about the comparative analysis of agricultural and industrial development in Nigeria economy. It wants to evaluate the contributions of the sectors to the economic development of Nigeria. Nigeria is predominantly an agricultural society. It is the source of raw materials for her industries and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0060
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
183. AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION OF POULTRY FARMERS ABOUT GOVERNMENT POLICY ON SITING POULTRY FARMS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF IBADAN METROPOLIS
ABSTRACT Problems from poultry facilities and waste products still remain a serious environmental problem confronting both the producers and consumers. This study examined the awareness and perception of poultry farmers about government policy on siting poultry farms in residential areas of Ibadan metropolis. One hundred and sixty respondents were... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0059
  • Pages:42
  • Reference:YES
184. THE IMPACT OF ADOPTION OF IMPROVED MAIZE VARIETIES ON FARMERS LIVELIHOOD IN SUMAILA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KANO STATE
Increasing the productivity of maize-based cropping systems has strategic importance for food security and socio-economic stability. This study assessed the impact on adoption of improved maize varieties on farmers‟ livelihood in Sumaila Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria. The study examined the socio-economic characteristics of the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0058
  • Pages:68
  • Reference:YES
185. NITROGEN MANAGEMENT FOR RICE (Oryza sativa L.) USING LEAF COLOUR CHART IN SAMARU
ABSTRACT The research experiment was conducted at the Institute of Agricultural Research Greenhouse, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. The treatments used were USG @ 45,08KgN/ha, USG @ 72.22KgN/ha, USG @ 117.30KgN/ha and PU @ 117.30KgN/ha, LCC at critical level and control (without amendment) laid out in a Completely Randomized Design... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0057
  • Pages:47
  • Reference:YES
186. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF EFFECTS OF PESTS AND DISEASES ON SMALL SCALE MAIZE PRODUCERS
ABSTRACT The study examined the economic analysis of effects of pests and disease on small scale maize producers in Akinyele Local Government Area, Oyo state. The objectives of this research work are to determine the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, the cost and return of maize production and also the factors that influence... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0056
  • Pages:44
  • Reference:YES
187. WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN CROP PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES IN LAFIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA
TABLE OF CONTENT Title page--       --           --           --           --           --           --           --           --           --           i Declaration page--        --           --           --           --... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0055
  • Pages:54
  • Reference:YES
188. PROFITABILTY ANALYSIS OF CASHEW PRODCUTION IN ANKPA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KOG
ABSTRACT The study was aimed at examining the profitability analysis of cashew production in anpka local government area of kogi state, Nigeria. It involves the collection of primary data from a sample of 110 cashew farmers in the study area. The analysis of data was done through a combination of descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0054
  • Pages:45
  • Reference:YES
189. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF YELLOW ROOT CASSAVA (VITAMIN 'A' BIO-FORTIFIED) PRODUCTION IN ORIIRE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF OYO STATE NIGERIA
ABSTRACT   Yellow cassava is an excellent source of -carotene and energy and it is known to show a delay in the onset off post-harvest deterioration which can be helpful in the acceptance of the crop for both farmers and consumers. The study examined economics of yellow root cassava (Vitamin A biofortified) production in Oriire local Government... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0053
  • Pages:63
  • Reference:YES
190. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT This research work was carried out about the comparative analysis of agricultural and industrial development in Nigeria economy. It wants to evaluate the contributions of the sectors to the economic development of Nigeria. Nigeria is predominantly an agricultural society. It is the source of raw materials for her industries and the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0052
  • Pages:100
  • Reference:YES
191. Income Polarization Among Undergraduates of University of Ibadan
ABSTRACT In spite of increasing interest in income polarization among researchers in Nigeria, there is dearth literature on its existence among undergraduate students especially with the primary data. It is argued that a polarized income distribution among the students has the potential of breeding tension and social unrest, protest or... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0051
  • Pages:40
  • Reference:YES
192. Attitude of farmers towards paying for agricultural extension services in Ondo State, Nigeria.
Abstract: The study was carried out in Ondo States, Nigeria to assess the willingness of farmers to pay for Agricultural extension services. Specifically, it ascertained the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers, ascertained farmers sources of information on agricultural innovation and the attitude of farmers towards paying for... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0050
  • Pages:10
  • Reference:YES
193. DETERMINANT OF AGRICULTURAL OUTPUT IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT The study examines the determinants of agricultural output based on the empirical evidence of the short-run and long-run interrelationships among capital expenditure on agriculture, inflation rate, external reserve, interest rate, average annual rainfall and food importation using agricultural output as dependent variable. Macroeconomics... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0049
  • Pages:47
  • Reference:YES
194. YAM MARKETING
ABSTRACT The study analyzed yam marketing inIkwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria. The specific objectiveswere to TABLE OF CONTENT Title page i Abstract ix CHAPTER ONE :INTRODUCTION 1.1Background Information 1 1.2 Problem Statement 4 1.3 Objectives ofthe Study 6 1.4 ResearchHypotheses 6 1.5 Justificationof the Study 6 CHAPTERTWO 2.0... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0048
  • Pages:50
  • Reference:YES
195. Utilization Of Improved Cocoyam Production Technologies Among The Women Farmers In Ikwuano LGA Of Abia State
ABSTRACT Utilization of improved cocoyam production technologies among women in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria was studied in 2014. The specific objectives of the study were to; describe the socio-economic characteristics of the women, identifying their source(s) of information, assess their level of utilization and identify... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0047
  • Pages:49
  • Reference:YES
196. A COMPARATIVE PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS OF BROILER PRODUCTION SYSTEMS IN URBAN AREAS OF EDO STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT Broiler production is carried out under different production systems and different production systems imply variations in cost of inputs and returns. This study looked at the cost implications of raising broilers under different production systems as well as constraints faced by the farmers. The study was conducted in Edo State of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0046
  • Pages:80
  • Reference:YES
197. Marketing analysis of pineapple
The study analyzed the marketing of pineapple in Edo State. The specific objectives of the study include; to examine the cost,returns, daily sales and profitability of pine apple marketing along the examination of price variation and socio- economic characteristics of pineapple marketers. Table of contents: introduction, literature review,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0045
  • Pages:427
  • Reference:YES
198. Gender Access To Land In Peri-Urban Areas
Gender access to land in peri-urban areas. which includes how male and female acquires land for agricultural practices. Introduction, Background, Objective of study, Hypothesis and literature review.... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0044
  • Pages:70
  • Reference:YES
199. THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURE ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA 1980-2014
Abstract The study examines the impact of agriculture on economic growth in Nigeria from 1980 to 2014. Agriculture played a dominant role in the economic growth of the country, providing employment opportunity, raw materials for industries and providing foreign exchange earnings for the country. Though little emphasis was placed on agricultural... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0043
  • Pages:31
  • Reference:YES
200. The Roles of Middlemen in the Marketing of Paddy Rice in Kwande LGA of Benue State Nigeria
ABSTRACT The study assessed the role of middlemen in the marketing of paddy rice in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue state. Simple random technique was used to select respondents. 140 copies of questionnaire were administered with the aim of reaching out to 70 rice farmers and 70 middlemen in the four major markets of study area. Frequency... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0042
  • Pages:79
  • Reference:YES
201. Prospect And Constraint Of African Yam Bean A Case Study Of Konshisha Lga
Abstract Food-security and sustainability is a serious global concern in the recent times. Many indigenous food crops of Africa which promises to ameliorate nutritional food insecurities are presently neglected and under-utilized. African yam bean (AYB) is one of such crop with tremendous nutritional potentials. The poor awareness about the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0041
  • Pages:56
  • Reference:YES
202. Prospect And Constraint Of African Yam Bean A Case Study Of Konshisha Lga
Abstract Food-security and sustainability is a serious global concern in the recent times. Many indigenous food crops of Africa which promises to ameliorate nutritional food insecurities are presently neglected and under-utilized. African yam bean (AYB) is one of such crop with tremendous nutritional potentials. The poor awareness about the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0040
  • Pages:56
  • Reference:YES
203. STATE POLICY AND FOOD SECURITY IN NIGERIA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES IN EDO STATE
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Food security has become an issue of global concern in recent times. Nigeria with her huge endowed natural and human resources is not spared. In Nigeria, food accounts for a larger and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0039
  • Pages:185
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:chi-square
  • Reference:YES
204. IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL OUTPUT ON PER CAPITA INCOME IN NIGERIA 1980 TO 2010
ABSTRACT The study examines the impact of agricultural output on per capita income in Nigeria, Using data covering the period 1980 to 2010, econometric tools were brought to bear in estimating the purported relationships. Following previous methodology, per capita income... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0038
  • Pages:48
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Ordinary Least Square
  • Reference:YES
205. STATE POLICY AND FOOD SECURITY IN NIGERIA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES IN EDO STATE
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Food security has become an issue of global concern in recent times. Nigeria with her huge endowed natural and human resources is not spared. In Nigeria, food accounts for a larger and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0037
  • Pages:166
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Chi Square
  • Reference:YES
206. GROWTH AND POVERTY REDUCTION: THE ROLE OF AGRICULTURE
ABSTRACT Agriculture is a key part of DFID’s efforts to reduce global poverty and achieve the Millennium Development Goals. It extends into many other areas of development policy and complements our work on issues such as fisheries, forestry, food security, social protection, governance and trade. Building on our understanding of livelihoods... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0036
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
207. THE EFFECT OF MICROFINANCE BANKS SERVICES ON AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION OF MEMBERS OF COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES
ABSTRACT Lack of access to credit has negatively affected poor farmers and rural dwellers for many years. Rural people need credit to allow investment in their farms and small businesses, to smooth consumption and to reduce their vulnerability to weather and economic shocks. Because they have little access to formal financing institutions, poor... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0035
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
208. FARMERS ADOPTION OF IMPROVED TECHNOLOGY IN CASSAVA PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING IN PERI-URBAN AREAS OF EDO STATE: A CASE STUDY OF IKPOBA OKHA AND OVIA NORTH EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Title page--------ii Certification--------iii Dedication--------iv Acknowledgement-------v Table of Content-------vi List of Tables--------vii... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0034
  • Pages:60
  • Chapters:5
209. ANALYSIS OF FOOD SAFETY AMONG DRIED FISH SELLERS IN AKURE, ONDO STATE
TABLE OF CONTENT Page Title page--------ii Certification--------iii Dedication--------iv Acknowledgement-------v Table of contents-------vi List of Tables-------viii Abstract --------ix CHAPTER ONE Introduction------1 Unsafe food marketing and its economic implication in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0033
  • Pages:149
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Simple percentage
  • Reference:YES
210. ASSESSMENT OF EXTENSION WORKERS AND PRACTICE OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION PRINCIPLES
ABSTRACT Despite the existence of relevant information to increase Agricultural Productivity, many farmers are yet to receive such information due to the limited number of extension workers, particularly in developing nations like Nigeria. Hence, this study was carried out to assess extension workers and practice of extension principles in Edo and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0032
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
211. PROFITABILITY AND TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY ANALYSIS OF RICE PRODUCTION
ABSTRACT’ This research was designed to access the Profitability and Technical Efficiency Analysis of Rice Production in Esan Central and North East Local Government Areas of Edo State with a specific objective of examine the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers, determine the profitability of rice in the stud area. The study used... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0031
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
212. ANALYSIS OF FOOD SAFETY AMONG DRIED FISH SELLERS
ABSTRACT A nations’ capacity for industrialization and employment depends on her improvement in level of production enhanced by available information. This is necessary for promoting entrepreneurship in agricultural transformation agenda for food security and poverty alleviation in Nigeria. This study assessed the value chain information sources... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0030
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
213. EFFECT OF 2012 FLOOD DISASTER ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS OF CASSAVA FARMERS
ABSTRACT The study examined the effect of flood disaster on the socio-economic characteristics or cassava farmers in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Simple random sampling procedure was used to select 100 respondent from four communities. A well structured interview schedule was used to obtain data. Descriptive statistics, and... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0029
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
214. POVERTY ALLEVIATION ON PLANTAIN AND BANANA FARMERS
ABSTRACT The study focused on poverty alleviation among plantain and banana farmers in Ovia South North East Local Government Area of Edo State. It answered the following questions (i) what is the socio-economic characteristics of plantain and banana,(ii) what is the perception of farmers on the profitability of plantain and banana production in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0028
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
215. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF POST HARVEST LOSSES AMONG LEAFY VEGETABLE MARKETERS
ABSTRACT The study examined economics of post harvest food losses involving three (3) varieties of leafy vegetables namely: Telfaria(Ugu leaf), Amaranthus(Green leaf ) and Pterocarpus(Oha leaf) in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. A random sampling technique was used to collect data on vegetable marketers’ socio-economic... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0027
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
216. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF CATFISH PRODUCTION
ABSTRACT This study examined the profitability and efficiency of catfish production in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. Purposive random sampling technique was used to sample 60 catfish farmers from whom the primary data used were collected with the aid of structured questionnaire. The data were analysed using... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0026
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
217. ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF THE ADOPTION OF EARLY MAIZE TECHNOLOGY ON PRODUCTIVITY AND FOOD SECURITY STATUS OF THE FARMERS
ABSTRACT The study examined the impact of the adoption of early maize technology on productivity and food security status of farmers in Gwagwalada and Kuje area council of FCT Abuja. The study examined the rate of adoption of early maize varieties, determine the economic efficiency of the farmers that adopted early maize varieties in the study... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0025
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
218. RAINFALL DATA GENERATION FOR SAMARU, ZARIA USING STATISTICAL PARAMETERS
ABSTRACT Estimation of rainfall for a desired return period is one of the pre-requisites for any design purpose at a particular site, which can be achieved by probabilistic approach. This study is aimed at using the statistical parameters of long-term observed rainfall data to generate monthly rainfall depth and estimate rainfall values at... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0024
  • Pages:65
  • Chapters:5
219. ECONOMICS OF OIL PALM SEEDLING PRODUCTION
ABSTRACT  The study determined the economics of oil palm seedlings production in Edo South Senatorial district, Edo State.  The specific objective was to examine the socio-economic characteristics of the oil palm seedlings producers, identify the methods adopted in raising oil palm seedlings in the study area, to estimate this cost and returns... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0023
  • Pages:67
  • Chapters:5
220. ECONOMICS OF VEGETABLE PRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE  INTRODUCTION  1.1. Background of the Study  In Nigeria, vegetable crops are produced in different agro-ecological zones through commercial as well as small scale farmers both as a source of income as well as food. However, the type is limited to few crops and production is concentrated to some pocket areas. In spite of this, the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0022
  • Pages:67
  • Chapters:5
221. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF PROCESSING AND MARKETING OF CASHEW PRODUCTS
CHAPTER ONE  INTRODUCTION  1.1  BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY  Cashew, known as  Anacardium occidental  is a native of Brazil and was introduced to Mozambique and then India in the sixteenth century by the Portuguese, as a means of controlling coastal erosion. It was spread within these countries with the aid of elephants that ate the bright... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0021
  • Pages:67
  • Chapters:5
222. ANALYSIS OF SAVINGS AND INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AMONG CASSAVA PROCESSORS
CHAPTER ONE  INTRODUCTION  1.1. BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY  In Nigeria, agriculture has remained the largest sector of the economy. It generates employment for about 70% of the population and contributes about 40% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) with crop accounting for 80%, livestock 13%, forestry 3% and fishery 4%. Agriculture accounts for... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0020
  • Pages:67
  • Chapters:5
223. PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF NERICA PADDY (RICE)
CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION: 1.1 RESEARCH BACKGROUND: After harvest, agro raw materials are normally handled, transported, dried, stored and further processed into food, feed and fiber. In some basic post harvest activities, separation processes such as sorting, grading and cleaning are involved. In mechanized operations, these post harvest... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0019
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
224. ADAPTATION STRATEGIES TO CLIMATE VARIABILITY USED BY FARMING HOUSEHOLDS
1.0  INTRODUCTION 1.1  Background of the Study                                                                                                     Agriculture is one of the most important sector of the Nigerian economy which accounts for about 42%... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0018
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
225. ANALYSIS OF LABOUR USE AND FOOD SECURITY AMONG RURAL MAIZE FARMERS
  ANALYSIS OF LABOR USE AND FOOD SECURITY AMONG RURAL MAIZE FARMERS IN ODEDE LGA, OGUN STATE. ABSTRACT The study examined the Analysis of labor use and food security among rural maize farmers in odede lga, ogun state. More specifically, the study sought to assess the labor use and food security among farmers. The study consist of all farmers in... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0017
  • Pages:64
  • Chapters:5
226. ECONOMICS OF SNAIL PRODUCTION
ABSTRACT This project work centered on the economic analysis of snail production in Uhunmwode Local Government Area, Edo State and  how snail production have been more effective and efficient in productivities activities within and outside the Uhunmwode Community in Edo State. Chapter one will focus on the introduction of the study, objectives... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0016
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
227. IMPACT OF THE COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURE CREDIT SCHEME ON THE PERFORMANCE OF BENEFICIARIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS Title page Approval page Dedication Acknowledgement Table of contents Abstract Preface Proposal CHAPTER ONE: 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Background of the study 1.2 Statement of problems 1.3 Objectives of the study 1.4 Significance of the study 1.5 Scope and limitations of study 1.6 Hypothesis of the study 1.7 Brief history of the Union... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0015
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
228. ATTITUDE OF FARMERS TOWARDS PAYING FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICES
TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover Page – – – – – – – – – – Title Page – – – – – – – – – – Certification – – – – – – – – – – Dedication – – – – – – – – – – Acknowledgement – – – – – – – – – Abstract – – – – – – – – – – Table of content –... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0014
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
229. NIGERIA: POSITIONING RURAL ECONOMY FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover Page – – – – – – – – – – Title Page – – – – – – – – – – Certification – – – – – – – – – – Dedication – – – – – – – – – – Acknowledgement – – – – – – – – – Abstract – – – – – – – – – – Table of Content –... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0013
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
230. EFFECT OF ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION ON AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE 1.0      INTRODUCTION 1.1   BACKGROUND OF STUDY Environmental degradation has become important global issues since the 1970s, when the world countries and international community became aware of the negative consequences of over-exploitation of the human environment. Environmental degradation in most rural areas in Nigeria has... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0012
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
231. THE ROLE OF AGRICULTURE COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN FOOD PRODUCTION
ABSTRACT Modern form of Co-operative leaves their origin in the tension and opportunities created by industrialization and urbanization in the nineteenth Century in Europe. Much of the early interested in co-operative structure seemed from deep regards to the social consequence of industrial capitalism, critics of the new order not simply a... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0011
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
232. IDENTIFICATION AND SOLUTION OF MANAGEMENT PROBLEMS OF FARMERS MULTI-PURPOSE COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES
ABSTRACT The researcher investigated the management problems and solutions of farmers cooperative societies in Onitsha north local government area. The population of the study was the registered farmers cooperative societies were systematically selected from the six registered societies in the Onitsha axis in such a way that for every three... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0010
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
233. ANALYSIS OF PROFITABILITY AND RESOURCE USE EFFICIENCY IN CASSAVA FARMING
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the study Cassava was introduced into Central Africa from South America in the 16th century by the early Portuguese Explorers (Ohadike, 2007). It was probably the incapacitated slaves who introduced the cassava crop into southern Nigeria as they returned to the country from South America. Cassava however,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0009
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
234. IMPACT OF SURVIVAL FARMING INTERVENTION PROGRAMME ON CASSAVA PRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Nigeria has substantial economic potential in its‟ agricultural sector. However, despite the importance of agriculture in terms of employment creation, its potential for contributing to economic growth is far from being fully exploited (USAID, 2005). The agricultural sector has been the... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0008
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
235. A COMPARATIVE PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS OF BROILER PRODUCTION SYSTEMS IN URBAN AREAS
ABSTRACT Broiler production is carried out under different production systems and different production systems imply variations in cost of inputs and returns. This study looked at the cost implications of raising broilers under different production systems as well as constraints faced by the farmers. The study was conducted in Edo State of... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0007
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
236. AGRICULTURAL POLICIES AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT This study assesses the impact of agricultural policies and development on economic growth in Nigeria. The data used in this study was collected from secondary data which covers about 33 years. Unit root, ordinary least square and co-integration estimating technique of data analysis was used in evaluating the secondary data. GDP was used... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0006
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
237. PADDY PRODUCTION AS SOURCE OF HOUSEHOLD INCOME
INTRODUCTION The study was conducted at Bahi District to assess contribution of paddy production toward annual household income among smallholder paddy producer. The study had three specific objectives, to determine level of paddy production at Bahi district, to determine household income earned from paddy and other sources and to analyse factors... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0005
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
238. CLIMATIC CHANGE: IMPLICATION ON POULTRY PRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Climatic change is one of the greatest environmental issues of our time. There is a general consensus among scientists, economists and policy makers that the entire globe is facing a real and serious long term threat from climatic change (Obioha, 2009; Hanseur, Baethgeri, Osgood, Ceceato, et al,... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0004
  • Pages:53
  • Chapters:5
  • Methodology:Simple Percentage
  • Reference:YES
239. CHALLENGES IN TEACHING AND LEARNING OF PRACTICAL AGRICULTURE
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of study Agriculture is the main stay of the economy of most countries the world over – providing food, employment, income, revenue, improving the countries’ balance of payment etc (Baffour-Awuah, 1987). In 1987, the World Commission on Environment and Development ( WCED ) drew attention to the immersed... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0003
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
240. ROLE OF AGRICULTURE IN ECONOMIC GROWTH AND POVERTY REDUCTION IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT  The purpose of the study was to determine the role of agriculture in economic growth and poverty reduction in Nigeria. The data used were collected from the statistical bulletin of the Central Bank of Nigeria and World Bank’s development indicators, and covered the period of 33 years ranging from 1981 to 2014. Multiple regression was... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0002
  • Pages:50
  • Chapters:5
241. GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA 2010-2017
ABSTRACT Over the years, Agriculture has proved to be the strongest means of livelihood all over the world. The produce from agriculture has been immense and the growth has been steadily upward in the developed countries. Developed countries has given adept attention to... Continue Reading
  • Type:Project
  • ID:AEE0001
  • Pages:54
  • Chapters:5

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