THE ROLE OF THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS...
ABSTRACTAfter tracing the origins of the concept of "extension", this paper reviews the mainrelevant economic concepts (public and private goods; rival/non-rival products;excludability; free riding;...
EFFECT OF GROUNDNUT SHELL ASH ON SOIL STABILIZATION
EFFECT OF GROUNDNUT SHELL ASH ON SOIL STABILIZATION
ABSTRACT
As the topic of this research project implies (Eect
of groundnut shell ash on lateritic soil properties) and...
THE BEHAVIOR OF EXTENSION AGENTS IN UTILIZING INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY TO...
Abstract
The ability of individuals to utilize information and technology (IT) is needed, it also happens in the agriculture field. Extension agents are required to...
DETERMINANTS OF INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT IPM PRACTICES DIS-ADOPTION IN VEGETABLES PRODUCTION...
Abstract
The identification of factors influencing the dis-adoption of IPM can play a crucial role in the development of the agriculture sector. The present study...
ADOPTION OF OBA 98 MAIZE PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES BY FARMERS IN DELTA...
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine the adoption of Oba 98 maize production technologies by farmers in Delta State. Specifically, the study ascertained...
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF YELLOW ROOT CASSAVA VITAMIN ‘A’ BIO-FORTIFIED PRODUCTION IN...
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...
DETERMINANTS OF VULNERABILITY OF HEADED HOUSEHOLDS TO FOOD INSECURITY IN LAFIA...
ABSTRACT:
This study examined the determinants of vulnerability of headed households to food insecurity in Lafia LocalGovernment Area, Nasarawa State, Nigeria: A gender based...
IMPACT OF SURVIVAL FARMING INTERVENTION PROGRAMME ON CASSAVA PRODUCTION
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...
UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION: MINERAL FERTILIZER IN EASTERN...
Summary
We analyze the adoption of mineral fertilizer in South-Kivu. We model technology adoption as a three-step-process, including awareness, tryout, and adoption; and empirically analyze...
CLIMATIC AND NON-CLIMATIC RISKS IN RAINFED CROP PRODUCTION SYSTEMS: INSIGHTS FROM...
ABSTRACT
Impacts of climatic and non-climatic risks are on the rise in the major maize-growing counties of western Kenya. We conducted a questionnaire survey of...
THE IMPACT OF ADOPTION OF IMPROVED MAIZE VARIETIES ON FARMERS LIVELIHOOD...
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...
THE ADOPTION OF THE PAVE IRRIGATION TECHNOLOGY PIT AND FINANCIAL VIABILITY...
ABSTRACT
The prevalence of climatic events, such as drought and floods in northern Ghana has contributed significantly to food shortages in the area. This prompted...
WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN TRANSFORMATION OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME OF BAUCHI LOCAL...
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...
ADOPTION OF CSR AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING STANDARDS: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS AND REVIEW
This study provides an economic analysis of the determinants and consequences of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability reporting. To frame our analysis, we...
MODEL FARMERS, EXTENSION NETWORKS AND THE POLITICS OF AGRICULTURAL KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Abstract
Model farmers are a common feature of many developing world agricultural extension networks within which they demonstrate new cultivation techniques and technologies to local...
