On-Farm Production (crops, livestock)
Financial returns in contract fishing in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
NigeriaFrank, Namso N. Akpaeti, Aniekan J. Nyong, Eteyen...
Fish and Aquaculture Products

The recent resurgence of contracting in fisheries suggests a positive balance in the investment returns of contract fishers. Data were collected from 232 artisanal fishers (contracts, former and those that have never been in contract) for analysis. R...

Trade
Foreign direct investment and exchange rate movement effects of agricultural growth: evidence from Cameroon (1978-2014)
CameroonDjomo, R.F. Ukpe, U.H. Nwalem, M.P. Egbeadumah, M....
Others

This study analysed the effects of foreign direct investment (FDI) and exchange rate movement on agricultural growth in Cameroon (1978-2014). The results revealed that in the long run, a unit increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the previou...

Agribusiness SMEs
Impact of Village Alive Development Initiative on farming households productivity in Kwara State: a comparative analysis
NigeriaAyinde, O.E. Adejumo, A.O. Oloyede, A.O. Ibrahim,...
All

The study compares the socio-economic characteristics of the participants and non- participants in Village Alive Development Initiate (VADI); Identify the constraints faced by participants and non-participants in securing the credit and evaluate the...

Food Safety
Socioeconomic determinants of food waste among households in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
NigeriaAkerele, D. Afolayan, S.O. Oyawole, F.P. Sanusi, R...
Processed Foods

Due to rapid urbanization, population growth, rising living standards as well as changing lifestyle and diets, food waste has emerged as a crucial issue with far reaching implications on food security and environmental sustainability in developing co...

Agrodealer and Inputs
Effects of agricultural pesticide utilization on farmers health in Egbeda Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria
NigeriaAdekunle, C.P. Akinbode, S.O. Akerele, D. Oyekale,...
Others

Occupational and environmental exposures to pesticides cause a wide range of human health problems. This study assessed the health effect of pesticide use in Egbeda Local Government Area of Oyo State with from socioeconomic point of view by identifyi...

Food Business
Growth and transformation of food systems in Africa: evidence from the poultry value chain in Nigeria
NigeriaLiverpool-Tasie, Lenis Saweda O. Omonona, Bolarin...
Others

Increased consumption of poultry products in Nigeria is occurring alongside rapid urbanization and growth in the industry. We use a panel data double-hurdle model to consistently identify key factors affecting engagement in the Nigerian subsector by...

Livestock
Ghana’s US$10 Million Livestock Program to Slash Meat Imports and Boost Rural Incomes
GhanaThe Farmer's Journal Africa
Livestock and Small Ruminants

Ghana has taken a decisive step to shrink its meat import bill and breathe new life into rural economies. The government, together with ECOWAS and international partners, has launched a US$10 million livestock initiative designed to modernize the val...

Climate Change
Effect of Change in Climate on Food Security of Catfish Farmers in Ondo State, Nigeria
NigeriaAdio, M. O. Oloniyo, R. B. Ashaye, W. O. Olaoye, T...
Fish and Aquaculture Products

Climate change is an established reality, prompting nations worldwide to implement measures aimed at reducing anthropogenic carbon emissions and preparing for its impacts. Multistage sampling technique was employed in selecting the 231 catfish farmer...

On-Farm Production (crops, livestock)
Constraints and Prospects of Plantain Marketing in Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State, Nigeria
NigeriaIfejirika, C.A. Mkpado, M. Nwofoke, C. Kareem, B.
Roots and Tubers

The study examined the constraints and prospects of plantain marketing in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. The factors considered include socio-economic characteristics of plantain marketers, marketing channels, costs and returns, co...

On-Farm Production (crops, livestock)
An Application of Sustainable Livelihood Approach to Fishing Households in Jigawa State, Nigeria
NigeriaAbdulsalam, R. Y. Goni, M., Apeh, C. C. Kabeer, M....
Fish and Aquaculture Products

Livelihood studies have demonstrated the reliance of communities on available capital bases for their survival. The concept of livelihood extends beyond mere economic transactions to include other equally important dimensions that impact people’s abi...

On-Farm Production (crops, livestock)
Constraints in Utilizing Digital Agriculture Among Vegetable Farmers in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area Of Rivers State, Nigeria
NigeriaHenri-Ukoha, A. Ndubueze-Ogaraku, M. E. Ofoegbu, C...
Fruits and Vegetables

The study examined the constraints in utilizing digital agriculture technologies among vegetable farmers in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area Rivers State, Nigeria. Specific objectives include to identify the socioeconomic characteristics of the veget...

Agribusiness SMEs
In Vitro Responses of Oil Palm (Elaeis Guineensis Jacq.) Apical Meristem and Zygotic Embryo to Growth Regulators and Culture Media
All CountriesUgiagbe, I. M. Abdul-Qadir, M. I. Abu, R. A. Audu,...
Processed Foods

The most obvious in vitro plant propagation pathway is by apical meristem and zygotic embryos culture (direct organogenesis system). However, the apical meristem procedure has limited use in oil palm cultivation because excision of explants kills the...