This document summarizes research on the sustainability of agricultural transformation agenda amongst rice farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria. It finds that awareness of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA) is still low amongst rice farmers in the study area. The ATA aims to boost rice production and achieve self-sufficiency, but its strategies need to be effectively communicated to rice farmers and other stakeholders. Previous government agricultural policies that were well-accepted in the area indicate that the ATA could also be adopted if its goals are properly promoted.
An analysis of economic efficiency in bean production evidence from eastern u...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that analyzed economic efficiency among bean farmers in Eastern Uganda. The study used a stochastic frontier cost function and Tobit regression model based on a survey of 580 households. The key findings were:
1) The mean economic efficiency level among bean farmers was 59.94%, indicating room for improvement.
2) Economic efficiency was positively influenced by factors such as value of assets, off-farm income, access to credit, and farming as the primary occupation.
3) To increase efficiency and productivity, the study recommends training farmers in business skills, and improving access to affordable credit through group lending models.
The need for nutrient efficient rice varieties Status and prospectsSenthil Natesan
The documents discuss the need for nutrient efficient rice varieties in India. Modern agriculture is increasingly taxing on nature and fertilizer sources are becoming depleted. While yields have increased through fertilizer use, productivity must now rise through nutrient efficient varieties. Rice is a particularly important crop for India. Breeding efforts aim to develop varieties that can grow well with less fertilizer input by efficiently acquiring and utilizing nutrients. Traits related to deficiency sensing, tolerance and nutrient recycling are priorities. Evaluating landraces and wild relatives may provide useful genes for nutrient efficiency. Both conventional and molecular breeding approaches can contribute to producing varieties suited for the future of sustainable agriculture.
The agriculture sector employs nearly half of the workforce in the country. However, it contributes to 17.5% of the GDP (at current prices in 2015-16).Agriculture sector’s contribution has decreased from more than 50% of GDP in the 1950s to 15.4% in 2015-16 (at constant prices). This slides discuss about Indian agriculture status and problems and solutions.
Agriculture is an important sector in Pakistan's economy, contributing approximately 24% to GDP. Major crops include wheat, rice, cotton, and sugarcane. Wheat and rice production have significantly increased due to the Green Revolution in the 1960s which introduced high-yielding varieties and improved farming techniques. Agriculture provides over 40% of employment in Pakistan and is the main source of foreign exchange earnings through exports of crops like cotton. The sector helps reduce poverty and unemployment while supplying critical food to the population.
An analysis of economic efficiency in bean production evidence from eastern u...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that analyzed economic efficiency among bean farmers in Eastern Uganda. The study used a stochastic frontier cost function and Tobit regression model based on a survey of 580 households. The key findings were:
1) The mean economic efficiency level among bean farmers was 59.94%, indicating room for improvement.
2) Economic efficiency was positively influenced by factors such as value of assets, off-farm income, access to credit, and farming as the primary occupation.
3) To increase efficiency and productivity, the study recommends training farmers in business skills, and improving access to affordable credit through group lending models.
The need for nutrient efficient rice varieties Status and prospectsSenthil Natesan
The documents discuss the need for nutrient efficient rice varieties in India. Modern agriculture is increasingly taxing on nature and fertilizer sources are becoming depleted. While yields have increased through fertilizer use, productivity must now rise through nutrient efficient varieties. Rice is a particularly important crop for India. Breeding efforts aim to develop varieties that can grow well with less fertilizer input by efficiently acquiring and utilizing nutrients. Traits related to deficiency sensing, tolerance and nutrient recycling are priorities. Evaluating landraces and wild relatives may provide useful genes for nutrient efficiency. Both conventional and molecular breeding approaches can contribute to producing varieties suited for the future of sustainable agriculture.
The agriculture sector employs nearly half of the workforce in the country. However, it contributes to 17.5% of the GDP (at current prices in 2015-16).Agriculture sector’s contribution has decreased from more than 50% of GDP in the 1950s to 15.4% in 2015-16 (at constant prices). This slides discuss about Indian agriculture status and problems and solutions.
Agriculture is an important sector in Pakistan's economy, contributing approximately 24% to GDP. Major crops include wheat, rice, cotton, and sugarcane. Wheat and rice production have significantly increased due to the Green Revolution in the 1960s which introduced high-yielding varieties and improved farming techniques. Agriculture provides over 40% of employment in Pakistan and is the main source of foreign exchange earnings through exports of crops like cotton. The sector helps reduce poverty and unemployment while supplying critical food to the population.
National rice development strategy of ghanaFatimata Kone
This document presents Ghana's National Rice Development Strategy (NRDS) from 2008 to 2018. It aims to double rice production in Ghana to address food security and import reliance. Currently, Ghana's rice production only meets 24% of domestic demand but consumption is rising. The strategy was developed by national experts based on constraints like inadequate land, seeds, fertilizer, and machinery. It proposes increasing production in rain-fed upland, lowland and irrigated areas. If implemented successfully, the strategy could increase per capita rice consumption to 63kg by 2018 and reduce the country's reliance on rice imports.
Agriculture sector in India by Sangram PisatSangram Pisat
The economy of India lies in the agriculture sector of India. Employment factor in rural area depends on agriculture sector. Agriculture sector in India has such enormous power which can affect world economy.
This presentation contains overview, analysis and growth drivers of agriculture industry in India. It gives you the information regarding problems faced by Indian agriculture sector.
status of india in agriculture production mehtagoldy456
This document provides an overview of India's status in agricultural production. Some key points:
- Agriculture is a strong sector in India's economy, providing livelihoods for over 58% of the population.
- India ranks 2nd globally in farm output and is a top producer of crops like rice, wheat, sugar, fruits and vegetables. Milk production is the highest in the world.
- Initiatives like the Green Revolution have helped increase food grain production and self-sufficiency. However, average yields remain lower than other countries.
- Ongoing issues include inadequate irrigation, low productivity, and the decline of agriculture as a share of GDP. The document outlines opportunities to boost the sector through technology, exports,
1) Pulses production in India has seen four distinct phases from pre-green revolution to the current post-trade spike period. Government schemes have aimed to boost production but India remains a major importer.
2) Chickpea and pigeonpea are the major pulses crops in India. Analysis found high yield instability and gaps between actual and potential yields for both crops.
3) Determinants of area allocation found pulses compete with cereals and irrigation negatively impacts pulses area. Regional specialization and geographical continuity in production were also observed.
An Empirical Study of Shifting Cultivation in Kombo Jinyo Village under West ...ijtsrd
Jhum cultivation or shifting swidden cultivation is prevalent since ancient time. It plays an important role for providing livelihood and food security to many people in hilly areas where the other opportunity of cultivation is not feasible. For Jhumias Jhum cultivators the importance of shifting cultivation goes beyond mere economic concerns. Jhum crops are adjusted to local condition and chemical for pests diseases control is not required. Traditionally, Jhumias specially belong to hilly region are totally dependent on Jhum cultivation because Jhum fields are source for many food and non-food crops which helps farmer to maintain their livelihood. Earlier Jhum was only for subsistence purpose, even in present era the output from Jhum is extremely limited and various programmes and policies implemented by Government is unsatisfactory, but Jhumias are sustaining its livelihood by changing its cropping pattern and land use management. Shifting cultivation is connected to local and regional commodity where cultivator are increasingly integrated to cash crops that are traded locally, regionally which provide resources to themselves and to the society. In the current era deforestation is a challenging one and Jhum cultivation is prevalent in study area. But we cannot incriminate such practice as a sole responsible for deforestation. Margum Ado | Marpi Bagra "An Empirical Study of Shifting Cultivation in Kombo Jinyo Village under West Siang Region of Arunachal Pradesh" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-1 , December 2018, URL: http://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd19014.pdf
http://www.ijtsrd.com/economics/other/19014/an-empirical-study-of-shifting-cultivation-in-kombo-jinyo-village-under-west-siang-region-of-arunachal-pradesh/margum-ado
The document provides an overview of rural development and Indian agriculture from pre-independence to present day. It discusses various farming systems and types of agriculture practiced in India such as arable, pastoral, mixed, etc. It then outlines the key stages in the development of Indian agriculture including the pre-independence period focused on cash crops for British trade, post-independence initiatives like land reform and irrigation projects, the Green Revolution of the 1960s which introduced high-yielding varieties and boosted food grain production, and more recent developments in dairy, fisheries, and challenges facing Indian agriculture today.
Agriculture is an important sector in India's economy, contributing 18% to GDP. Around 58% of Indians depend directly or indirectly on agriculture. Major agricultural products include rice, wheat, oilseeds, cotton, jute, and tea. The Green Revolution in the 1960s saw the introduction of high-yielding varieties of seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, which increased agricultural productivity but also led to negative environmental and health impacts over time. There is now a need for a second Green Revolution with a focus on sustainable practices like organic farming and reducing dependency on chemicals.
Pulses consumption for economic, social and human well-being: Lessons learne...ExternalEvents
http://www.fao.org/globalsoilpartnership/en/
This presentation was presentaed during the seminar Soils & Pulses: symbiosis for life that took place at FAO HQ on 19 Apr 2016. it was made by Federica Servili and it presents the lessons learned in Malawi on pulses consumption.
Contribution of round potato production to household income in mbeya and make...Alexander Decker
Round potatoes are an important crop for smallholder farmers in Mbeya and Makete Districts of Tanzania, contributing significantly to household income and food security. A study was conducted interviewing 233 potato farming households to analyze round potato production, assess household income from potatoes and other sources, and determine the impact of potato production on household income. The results showed that income from round potato production had a highly positive and significant impact on total household income. It was concluded that potatoes are more profitable than other major crops grown in the area, and with proper support could greatly increase household income for smallholder farmers.
1) Agricultural production needs to increase by 70% globally and 100% in developing countries by 2050 to feed the growing population. Yields of major cereals are declining globally at an average rate of 1% which is a concern.
2) India's population is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2025, requiring a significant increase in food production. However, Indian agriculture is still technology-deficit compared to global standards, with yields far below international averages.
3) Innovative technologies need to be adopted such as drought and flood-resistant crops, more efficient irrigation systems, and remote sensing to improve yields and make agriculture more sustainable and resilient to climate change.
India has the second largest amount of agricultural land globally at 179.9 million hectares. It produces a variety of crops due to diverse climatic conditions and soil types. Food grain production reached an all-time high of 259 million tonnes in FY12, with rice and wheat production at 105 and 95 million tonnes respectively. Growing population and incomes are driving demand for agricultural output. The government is undertaking various initiatives to boost production such as increasing irrigation, promoting mechanization, and providing support prices.
This document summarizes a study on changing patterns of pulses trade. It finds that imports of peas have significantly increased, leapfrogging other pulses to become the largest imported commodity. There has been a congruent change between domestic production and imports. The import portfolio has become more dynamic over time in terms of variety and partners. While import penetration of pulses is still lower than edible oils, pulses imports can play an important role in cooling domestic pulse markets. The study utilizes detailed customs data to analyze pulses trade at a granular level. It finds that Canada and Myanmar are major trading partners and exporters of different pulses to India. There is potential to become a net exporter of value-added pulses like chickpeas, based on
This document summarizes wheat consumption in Pakistan. It discusses wheat production, storage capacity, trade, and problems in the industry. Wheat is a major crop and food source in Pakistan, though production has remained stagnant while population grows. Storage capacity is insufficient for wheat volumes. Issues include smuggling, taxes, artificial shortages, and lack of consistent government policy. Recommendations include improving demand forecasting, facilitating private storage, subsidizing farmers indirectly, and addressing population growth or stagnating yields.
Presented at 2016 International Conference on Pulses for Health Nutrition and Sustainable Agriculture in Dry Lands.
The Conference is from April 18-20, 2016 in Marrakesh, Morocco, and being organized by ICARDA, INRA (Morocco) and IFAD in partnership with FAO, OCP Foundation and CRP Grain Legumes.
Lamon Rutten, CEO of MCX presents his views about Futures trading in Pulses market. Indian pulses market data, export & import and trading insights as presented at India Pulses & Grains Association (IPGA)'s Global Pulses Conclave (GPC) 2012.
agriculture industry in sialkot and its impact on the economy of pakistanzainabsarfraz4
it give the detail information about all types of agriculture which is produced in sialkot such as major crop include rice,wheat,sugarcane and minor crops include banana,apples,oranges etc and their impact on the economy of pakistan.either it cause loss or benefited for the increased GDP.
Cereals are synonyms of Indian food production, obviously due to its lion share (~ 90 %) in total
Indian food basket. Since time immemorial, fate of Indian agriculture heavily depends upon the
success of cereals production. Agriculture glory of India must be strengthened all the way through
achieving self sufficiency in food production first; secondly by improving our agriculture image at
global arena, by get redden off from net importer to net exporter, obviously through strong
presence in global agriculture market. We are marching in the right direction; cereals are the leaders
in the food commodity export especially rice “The Basmati Rice”. Since, as of now, Indian share in
the world trade is meagre (~1.0%), there are needs to scale up to the tune of 6% in very quick
succession. No doubt, Cereals and coarse cereals should be a front leader in this endeavourer. Since
a lot more has to be done; we have to have adhered on do more policy. This article discuss at length
on past glory, present status and future prospect of the great Indian food basket famously known as
“The Cereals”.
AN ASSESSMENT OF PROFITABILITY OF GROUNDNUT PRODUCTION USING GROSS MARGIN, TH...paperpublications3
Abstract: Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.) is a major annual oilseed crop and its economic makes the crop a beneficial enterprise for rural farmers in Ndhiwa Sub-County. With the constraints on land due to increased population and emergence of other enterprises such as sugarcane farming, groundnut remains a dominant crop in the area and continues to play a critical role as a source of income to the rural farmers. The study focused on profitability of groundnut production in Ndhiwa Sub-County, Kenya. Purposive, multistage and simple random sampling was used in the study. Data on production characteristics of farmers, groundnut yield levels, total input costs (variable) and revenues earned were obtained from 323 farmers and analyzed. Document analysis was used to collate and analyze secondary data. The operational cost and returns of groundnuts production were determined through Gross Margin (GM) and return on investment analysis. Secondary and primary data collected was collated, cleaned and coded for electronic entry and analysis. Groundnut was mainly grown in small scale with the average area under groundnut being 0.32 ha under. The average gross income from groundnut production was KES 34,268 per hectare from a mean output of 659 kilograms. Groundnut was found to be profitable in the area since it had a positive gross margin.
National rice development strategy of ghanaFatimata Kone
This document presents Ghana's National Rice Development Strategy (NRDS) from 2008 to 2018. It aims to double rice production in Ghana to address food security and import reliance. Currently, Ghana's rice production only meets 24% of domestic demand but consumption is rising. The strategy was developed by national experts based on constraints like inadequate land, seeds, fertilizer, and machinery. It proposes increasing production in rain-fed upland, lowland and irrigated areas. If implemented successfully, the strategy could increase per capita rice consumption to 63kg by 2018 and reduce the country's reliance on rice imports.
Agriculture sector in India by Sangram PisatSangram Pisat
The economy of India lies in the agriculture sector of India. Employment factor in rural area depends on agriculture sector. Agriculture sector in India has such enormous power which can affect world economy.
This presentation contains overview, analysis and growth drivers of agriculture industry in India. It gives you the information regarding problems faced by Indian agriculture sector.
status of india in agriculture production mehtagoldy456
This document provides an overview of India's status in agricultural production. Some key points:
- Agriculture is a strong sector in India's economy, providing livelihoods for over 58% of the population.
- India ranks 2nd globally in farm output and is a top producer of crops like rice, wheat, sugar, fruits and vegetables. Milk production is the highest in the world.
- Initiatives like the Green Revolution have helped increase food grain production and self-sufficiency. However, average yields remain lower than other countries.
- Ongoing issues include inadequate irrigation, low productivity, and the decline of agriculture as a share of GDP. The document outlines opportunities to boost the sector through technology, exports,
1) Pulses production in India has seen four distinct phases from pre-green revolution to the current post-trade spike period. Government schemes have aimed to boost production but India remains a major importer.
2) Chickpea and pigeonpea are the major pulses crops in India. Analysis found high yield instability and gaps between actual and potential yields for both crops.
3) Determinants of area allocation found pulses compete with cereals and irrigation negatively impacts pulses area. Regional specialization and geographical continuity in production were also observed.
An Empirical Study of Shifting Cultivation in Kombo Jinyo Village under West ...ijtsrd
Jhum cultivation or shifting swidden cultivation is prevalent since ancient time. It plays an important role for providing livelihood and food security to many people in hilly areas where the other opportunity of cultivation is not feasible. For Jhumias Jhum cultivators the importance of shifting cultivation goes beyond mere economic concerns. Jhum crops are adjusted to local condition and chemical for pests diseases control is not required. Traditionally, Jhumias specially belong to hilly region are totally dependent on Jhum cultivation because Jhum fields are source for many food and non-food crops which helps farmer to maintain their livelihood. Earlier Jhum was only for subsistence purpose, even in present era the output from Jhum is extremely limited and various programmes and policies implemented by Government is unsatisfactory, but Jhumias are sustaining its livelihood by changing its cropping pattern and land use management. Shifting cultivation is connected to local and regional commodity where cultivator are increasingly integrated to cash crops that are traded locally, regionally which provide resources to themselves and to the society. In the current era deforestation is a challenging one and Jhum cultivation is prevalent in study area. But we cannot incriminate such practice as a sole responsible for deforestation. Margum Ado | Marpi Bagra "An Empirical Study of Shifting Cultivation in Kombo Jinyo Village under West Siang Region of Arunachal Pradesh" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-1 , December 2018, URL: http://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd19014.pdf
http://www.ijtsrd.com/economics/other/19014/an-empirical-study-of-shifting-cultivation-in-kombo-jinyo-village-under-west-siang-region-of-arunachal-pradesh/margum-ado
The document provides an overview of rural development and Indian agriculture from pre-independence to present day. It discusses various farming systems and types of agriculture practiced in India such as arable, pastoral, mixed, etc. It then outlines the key stages in the development of Indian agriculture including the pre-independence period focused on cash crops for British trade, post-independence initiatives like land reform and irrigation projects, the Green Revolution of the 1960s which introduced high-yielding varieties and boosted food grain production, and more recent developments in dairy, fisheries, and challenges facing Indian agriculture today.
Agriculture is an important sector in India's economy, contributing 18% to GDP. Around 58% of Indians depend directly or indirectly on agriculture. Major agricultural products include rice, wheat, oilseeds, cotton, jute, and tea. The Green Revolution in the 1960s saw the introduction of high-yielding varieties of seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, which increased agricultural productivity but also led to negative environmental and health impacts over time. There is now a need for a second Green Revolution with a focus on sustainable practices like organic farming and reducing dependency on chemicals.
Pulses consumption for economic, social and human well-being: Lessons learne...ExternalEvents
http://www.fao.org/globalsoilpartnership/en/
This presentation was presentaed during the seminar Soils & Pulses: symbiosis for life that took place at FAO HQ on 19 Apr 2016. it was made by Federica Servili and it presents the lessons learned in Malawi on pulses consumption.
Contribution of round potato production to household income in mbeya and make...Alexander Decker
Round potatoes are an important crop for smallholder farmers in Mbeya and Makete Districts of Tanzania, contributing significantly to household income and food security. A study was conducted interviewing 233 potato farming households to analyze round potato production, assess household income from potatoes and other sources, and determine the impact of potato production on household income. The results showed that income from round potato production had a highly positive and significant impact on total household income. It was concluded that potatoes are more profitable than other major crops grown in the area, and with proper support could greatly increase household income for smallholder farmers.
1) Agricultural production needs to increase by 70% globally and 100% in developing countries by 2050 to feed the growing population. Yields of major cereals are declining globally at an average rate of 1% which is a concern.
2) India's population is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2025, requiring a significant increase in food production. However, Indian agriculture is still technology-deficit compared to global standards, with yields far below international averages.
3) Innovative technologies need to be adopted such as drought and flood-resistant crops, more efficient irrigation systems, and remote sensing to improve yields and make agriculture more sustainable and resilient to climate change.
India has the second largest amount of agricultural land globally at 179.9 million hectares. It produces a variety of crops due to diverse climatic conditions and soil types. Food grain production reached an all-time high of 259 million tonnes in FY12, with rice and wheat production at 105 and 95 million tonnes respectively. Growing population and incomes are driving demand for agricultural output. The government is undertaking various initiatives to boost production such as increasing irrigation, promoting mechanization, and providing support prices.
This document summarizes a study on changing patterns of pulses trade. It finds that imports of peas have significantly increased, leapfrogging other pulses to become the largest imported commodity. There has been a congruent change between domestic production and imports. The import portfolio has become more dynamic over time in terms of variety and partners. While import penetration of pulses is still lower than edible oils, pulses imports can play an important role in cooling domestic pulse markets. The study utilizes detailed customs data to analyze pulses trade at a granular level. It finds that Canada and Myanmar are major trading partners and exporters of different pulses to India. There is potential to become a net exporter of value-added pulses like chickpeas, based on
This document summarizes wheat consumption in Pakistan. It discusses wheat production, storage capacity, trade, and problems in the industry. Wheat is a major crop and food source in Pakistan, though production has remained stagnant while population grows. Storage capacity is insufficient for wheat volumes. Issues include smuggling, taxes, artificial shortages, and lack of consistent government policy. Recommendations include improving demand forecasting, facilitating private storage, subsidizing farmers indirectly, and addressing population growth or stagnating yields.
Presented at 2016 International Conference on Pulses for Health Nutrition and Sustainable Agriculture in Dry Lands.
The Conference is from April 18-20, 2016 in Marrakesh, Morocco, and being organized by ICARDA, INRA (Morocco) and IFAD in partnership with FAO, OCP Foundation and CRP Grain Legumes.
Lamon Rutten, CEO of MCX presents his views about Futures trading in Pulses market. Indian pulses market data, export & import and trading insights as presented at India Pulses & Grains Association (IPGA)'s Global Pulses Conclave (GPC) 2012.
agriculture industry in sialkot and its impact on the economy of pakistanzainabsarfraz4
it give the detail information about all types of agriculture which is produced in sialkot such as major crop include rice,wheat,sugarcane and minor crops include banana,apples,oranges etc and their impact on the economy of pakistan.either it cause loss or benefited for the increased GDP.
Cereals are synonyms of Indian food production, obviously due to its lion share (~ 90 %) in total
Indian food basket. Since time immemorial, fate of Indian agriculture heavily depends upon the
success of cereals production. Agriculture glory of India must be strengthened all the way through
achieving self sufficiency in food production first; secondly by improving our agriculture image at
global arena, by get redden off from net importer to net exporter, obviously through strong
presence in global agriculture market. We are marching in the right direction; cereals are the leaders
in the food commodity export especially rice “The Basmati Rice”. Since, as of now, Indian share in
the world trade is meagre (~1.0%), there are needs to scale up to the tune of 6% in very quick
succession. No doubt, Cereals and coarse cereals should be a front leader in this endeavourer. Since
a lot more has to be done; we have to have adhered on do more policy. This article discuss at length
on past glory, present status and future prospect of the great Indian food basket famously known as
“The Cereals”.
AN ASSESSMENT OF PROFITABILITY OF GROUNDNUT PRODUCTION USING GROSS MARGIN, TH...paperpublications3
Abstract: Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.) is a major annual oilseed crop and its economic makes the crop a beneficial enterprise for rural farmers in Ndhiwa Sub-County. With the constraints on land due to increased population and emergence of other enterprises such as sugarcane farming, groundnut remains a dominant crop in the area and continues to play a critical role as a source of income to the rural farmers. The study focused on profitability of groundnut production in Ndhiwa Sub-County, Kenya. Purposive, multistage and simple random sampling was used in the study. Data on production characteristics of farmers, groundnut yield levels, total input costs (variable) and revenues earned were obtained from 323 farmers and analyzed. Document analysis was used to collate and analyze secondary data. The operational cost and returns of groundnuts production were determined through Gross Margin (GM) and return on investment analysis. Secondary and primary data collected was collated, cleaned and coded for electronic entry and analysis. Groundnut was mainly grown in small scale with the average area under groundnut being 0.32 ha under. The average gross income from groundnut production was KES 34,268 per hectare from a mean output of 659 kilograms. Groundnut was found to be profitable in the area since it had a positive gross margin.
Land use intensity and efficiency of food crops production in osun state of n...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that examined the relationship between land use intensity and food crop production efficiency in Osun State, Nigeria. It provides background on agricultural development in Nigeria and issues like declining productivity, food insecurity, and poverty. The study used survey data from 90 farmers in Ede North Local Government Area. Key findings included that most farmers were middle-aged, had primary education, large family sizes, and inherited their land. Analysis showed that farm size had a significant impact on production, while crop diversification, labor use, age, and land use intensity influenced production inefficiency. Major land management methods included mulching, crop rotation, and fertilizer use.
Analysis of Resource Use Efficiency in Small-Scale Maize Production in Tafawa...IOSRJAVS
This paper analyzed the resource-use efficiency of small-scale Maize production in Tafawa-Balewa local government area of Bauchi State. Data were collected from a sample of 120 Maize farmers selected through multi-stage sampling procedure using questionnaire and analyzed using simple descriptive statistics, double-log function and marginal value productivity analysis. The result showed that 90.17% had formal education; 51.67% were males; 90.17% were between the ages of 21-50. Majority 72.50% were married. In terms of farming experience, majority (86.67%) of the respondent had farming experience between 5-20 years. 75.00% had no contact with extension. The double-log function gave the best fit with Adjusted R2 of 81.16%. Production inputs such as seed, fertilizer, labour affected output significantly. Maize production in the study area has an increasing return to scale from the sum of elasticity of production (1.747). Seed and fertilizer were underutilized in Maize production, whereas labour was over used. The major problem confronting the farmers include high cost of inputs (77.50%); Untimely disbursement of credit/inputs (62.50; inadequate extension services (59.17); unstable price (41.67%); draught (33.33%), inadequate credit facilities (31.67%) etc. Profit could be enhanced by increasing the quantity used of seed and fertilizer inputs, its timely supply. Labour should be reduced to optimum level for increase output and total revenue respectively. It is also recommended that extension education and financial support to farmers be improved to allow them increase output and total revenue. There is need for adjustment in resource use in order to improve farm profit at this level of technology used by Maize farmers in the study area.
Assessing the determinants of agricultural commercialization and challenges c...Olutosin Ademola Otekunrin
This study assesses the agricultural commercialization levels, determinants, and challenges confronting smallholder cassava farmers in Oyo State, Nigeria. This study was conducted in Oyo State, Nigeria using cross-sectional data from 211 smallholder cassava farmers and employing multi-stage sampling procedures. Descriptive statistics, Crop Commercialization Index (CCI), and Ordered Logit Model (OLM) were used to analyze the data collected. The results revealed that 83.9% of the cassava farmers participated in the commercialization of their cassava roots while the remaining farmers were non-participants. The greatest challenge faced by the cassava farmers in the study area was the incessant attacks by the Fulani herdsmen (destroying growing cassava on the farm) while other challenges included cassava cyclical gluts and poor access road. Moreover, OLM revealed that age, farm size, cassava marketing experience and distance to market had significant influence on commercialization levels of cassava farmers. However, in order to enhance increased commercialization levels of cassava farmers and peaceful coexistence in the study area, policies and intervention programmes that will facilitate rural infrastructure development and proffer lasting solution to the farmers-herders crisis should be given upmost priority.
Analysis of Resource Use Efficiency in Small-Scale Maize Production in Tafawa...IOSRJAVS
his paper analyzed the resource-use efficiency of small-scale Maize production in Tafawa-Balewa local government area of Bauchi State. Data were collected from a sample of 120 Maize farmers selected through multi-stage sampling procedure using questionnaire and analyzed using simple descriptive statistics, double-log function and marginal value productivity analysis. The result showed that 90.17% had formal education; 51.67% were males; 90.17% were between the ages of 21-50. Majority 72.50% were married. In terms of farming experience, majority (86.67%) of the respondent had farming experience between 5-20 years. 75.00% had no contact with extension. The double-log function gave the best fit with Adjusted R2 of 81.16%. Production inputs such as seed, fertilizer, labour affected output significantly. Maize production in the study area has an increasing return to scale from the sum of elasticity of production (1.747). Seed and fertilizer were underutilized in Maize production, whereas labour was over used. The major problem confronting the farmers include high cost of inputs (77.50%); Untimely disbursement of credit/inputs (62.50; inadequate extension services (59.17); unstable price (41.67%); draught (33.33%), inadequate credit facilities (31.67%) etc. Profit could be enhanced by increasing the quantity used of seed and fertilizer inputs, its timely supply. Labour should be reduced to optimum level for increase output and total revenue respectively. It is also recommended that extension education and financial support to farmers be improved to allow them increase output and total revenue. There is need for adjustment in resource use in order to improve farm profit at this level of technology used by Maize farmers in the study area.
Influence of farmer characteristics on the production of groundnuts, a case o...paperpublications3
Abstract: Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.) is a major annual oilseed crop and its economic and nutritive quality makes the crop a beneficial enterprise for rural farmers in Ndhiwa Sub-County. Researchers have recommended adoption of technology and increased contact with extension agents as one way of increasing production but productivity remains low. Crop productivity or yield is a function of environment, plant, management and socio-economic factors that interact at optimum levels to give maximum yields. The study focused on farmer characteristics which are part of socio-economic factors using the ex-post facto research design. The objective was to determine the influence of farmer characteristics on the production of groundnuts in Ndhiwa Sub County, Kenya. Purposive, multistage and simple random sampling was used in the study. Data on famer characteristics was obtained from 323 farmers out of the population of 21,820 farmers involved in groundnut production during the 2014 main cropping season. Document analysis was used to collate and analyze secondary data. Cobb-Douglas production function model and multiple regression analysis were used to study the behaviour and effects of independent variables on the dependent variable and test hypotheses. The results of the study showed that majority of the farmers were in households that were male headed with an average of seven persons. The household heads were middle aged, experienced in groundnut farming and had low levels of formal education. Age, gender of head of household, household size, level of formal education and experience in farming all had a positive relationship with groundnut production. However, only gender and experience in farming were significant at p <0.05 level of significance. Based on the findings the study recommended that interventions that target female headed households and improvement of farmers’ traditional knowledge on production should be put in place to improve production.
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Sustainablility of agricultural transformation agenda
1. Research on Humanities and Social Sciences www.iiste.org
ISSN 2222-1719 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2863 (Online)
Vol.3, No.13, 2013
66
Sustainablility of Agricultural Transformation Agenda: The Place
of Rice Farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria
L. O. Ogunsumi1
A. Ajayi2
, C.M. Amire3
and S. Williams4
1. Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ibadan, Nigeria
2. Federal College of Agriculture, IAR&T, Ibadan, Nigeria
3. Crawford University, Department of Economics, Igbesa, Ogun State, Nigeria
4. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
E-mail: lucyogunsumi@yahoo.com
Abstract
Self-sufficiency in rice production and processing has eluded Nigeria for a long time despite continuous efforts
by the Federal Government of Nigeria towards its realization. Chains of activities in the Nigerian rice production
and processing industry are largely executed manually and on small scale level. Thus, the issues of value chain
aspects that would have improved the profitability of the rice industry have only just been taken into
consideration as part of the Presidential Initiative – Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA).This study
examines the prospect of Agricultural Transformation Agenda amongst rice farmers in Ogun State where rice
production is a growing industry in attempt to achieve food sustainability in line with the Agricultural
Transformation Agenda. Well-structured and validated questionnaires are used to survey and report the activities
and processes carried out by the rice farmers in target area. However, part of the result of the survey indicated
that the level of awareness of Agricultural Transformation Agenda is still very low in the study area. There is
need for a conscious and concerted effort to be made by relative Government Agencies to create greater
awareness about ATA for the rice farmers and others involved in empowering the growth of the rice industry,
otherwise the vision and motives of Agricultural Transformation Agenda may remain just an academic exercise.
Other Government Agricultural Policy, for example the Fadama and/or Ogun State Agricultural Development
(OGADEP ) were well accepted and their impact is greatly significant in the study area which is a clear
indication that ATA strategies like the above-named policies would be well adopted by the rice farmers as well
as those related participants like the processing and marketing aspects of the industry if the gospel of
Agricultural Transformation Agenda is effectively preached to the rice farmers in the study area.
Key words: Rice industry, Small holder farms, Family labour, Agricultural Transformation Agenda,
Government Agricultural Policy, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Background
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of the most important staple foods for a large part of the world's human population. It is the grain with the
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nutrition and caloric intake, providing more than one fifth of the calories consumed worldwide by the human
species.(Smith, 1998).
Rice is a staple food for about half of the human race, it ranks second after wheat, due to decline in maize
production in terms of worldwide production (Jones, 1995).The earliest cultivation of improved rice varieties (0.
saliva) L. started in 1890. The demand for rice in Nigeria is growing faster than any other major staples, with
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roots and tubers has fuelled growth in demand amongst other factors at an annual rate of 5.6 per cent between
1961 and 1992 (Osiname, 2002).According to Daramola (2005) Nigeria is currently the highest rice producer in
West Africa, producing an average of 3.2 million tons of paddy rice or 2.0 million tons of milled rice. Nigeria is
also the largest consuming nation in the region, with the growing demand amounting to 4.1 million tons of rice
in 2002, with only about half of that demand met by domestic production (USDA FAS, 2003). Nigeria imported
1.9 million tons of rice in 2002 valued at approximately 500 million USA dollars (USDA FAS, 2003). In 2010
alone, Nigeria spent N365 billions on imported rice (Akinwunmi, 2011).
Ofada rice is the local swampland variety grown in Ogun State; it has gained more prominence in social circle
more than any varieties, despite its highest market price. Chains of economic activities in the rice industry like
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planting, harvesting, processing, packaging and marketing are largely executed manually and on small scale
level. This is so simply because of the relative importance of rice transcends human consumption as its losses
(waste/by product is said to be of medicinal important to man and it represents a source of protein and
carbohydrate in animal food composition).
Erenstein, (2003) observed that different actors are involved in each stage in rice production. The Public Sector
(that is the Government, Research Institutes, Extension Agencies and others) as well as the Private Sector (rice
farmers, rice processors, rice marketers, Non-Governmental Organizations, Input and Service Providers) are
involved in the successes of the rice industry. Thus, ‘rice production as an industry’ requires an integrated
quality management strategy/approach along the entire commodity value chain from rice production, through
processing, storage, packaging and to marketing.
Rice production and growing ecology in Nigeria
In Nigeria, rice is grown on an estimated 1.77 million hectares of land area. It ranks fifth in the cereal line of
stem/tuber and crops after sorghum (4.0m ha), millet (3.5m ha.) cassava (2.0m ha) and yam (2.0mha) according
to Longtau, 2003. A chart showing rice production systems is shown below in Figure 1.
Rice Production Systems
In Nigeria, cultivable land to rice is spread over five ecologies, namely:
rain fed upland
rain fed lowland or shallow swamp
irrigated rice
deepwater or floating rice and
tidal mangrove swamp
Rice production features and systems in Nigeria
17%
52%
27%
3% 1%
Rained Upland
Rained Lowland
Irrigated
Deep Water Floating
Mangrove Swamp
Figure 1: Rice Production Systems (Ezedinma, 2009).
Rice production ecologies and their potentials - the potential area for rice production in Nigeria is between 4.6
million and 4.9 million hectares (ha). This area includes five different rice environments or ecologies according
to Imolehin, 1991.
The Upland Ecology: In the upland ecology, the rice crop depends strictly on natural rainfalls for its growth and
productivity. This ecology accounts for 55 to 60 percent of the rice cultivated land areas, and yielding an
estimated 30 to 35 percent of total national rice production (Singh, 1997). Rice yields in the upland ecology are
generally low in production and range from 0.8 to 2 tonnes/ha (IRRI, 1991). Hence, the upland ecology accounts
for 32 percent of the total rice area in Nigeria (Singh et al, 1997). Locally, the upland rice is described as
Alabere (Yoruba dialect meaning that it needle-like in shape).
Inland or Shallow Swamp Ecology: An estimated 25 percent of Nigeria's rice area is under inland swamp rice
production (Ofada, Yoruba). The rice yield in this ecology is generally high and ranges from 2 to 8 tonnes/ha. It
is estimated that this ecology contributes between 43 and 45 percent of national rice production (Singh et. al,
1997).
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Irrigated Rice Ecology: This irrigated rice ecology is one of the most recent developed rice variety. It is of
great importance in terms of the issues of the environmentally related strategy in the rice industry Nigeria.
Irrigation is supplied from aquatic resources (water) from rivers, creeks, streams, wells, boreholes and other
sources to supplement rainfall for full rice crop growth (Imolehin, 1991). This ecology strategy accounts for
about 18 percent of cultivated rice land, and yields are estimated to range from 2 to 4 tonnes/ha. It contributes 10
to 12 percent of the national rice supply (Singh, et.al.,1997).
Deep Water or Floating Rice Ecology: The floating rice ecology constitutes 5 to 12 percent of the national rice
production area (References?). The yields in this ecology are very low owing to the predominant use of
unimproved rice varieties (O. glaberriniaSteud), which yield less than 1 tonne/ha. The ecology does, however,
contribute 10 to 14 percent of the national rice output (Singh, et. al., 1997).
Tidal (mangrove) Swamp Ecology: The Nigerian tidal (mangrove) swamp ecology lies between the coastline
and the freshwater swamps. It covers a potential 1 million ha of land that would be cultivable for rice, but at
present less than 100 ha of this ecology is being developed. The ecology contributes less than 2 percent to
national rice production, and has low yields of only about 1 tonne/ha. The development of appropriate
technology for expanding and increasing rice production in this ecology is the most urgent issue for attention
(Singh,et. al., 1997).
Rice production in Ogun State
Rice is an increasingly important crop in Ogun State as in other rice growing States like – Eboyin, Osun and
Niger States in particular; it has become part of the staple food items that people consume as an everyday diet
especially in Ogun State. In some areas there is a long tradition of rice growing for example in Ofada village in
Owode Local Government Area ofOgun State. Rice consumption in Nigeria has risen tremendously, at about
10% per annum due to changing consumer preferences (Akande, 2007). There are many rice varieties grown in
Ogun State dating back to the 18th
and 19th
centuries. Some of these are considered 'traditional' varieties while
others are recently introduced (within the last twenty year). Rice is grown in paddies or on upland fields,
depending on the requirements of the particular variety, however, there is limited mangrove cultivation. New
varieties are produced and disseminated by research institutes, or are imported from Asia (also within the last
twenty years).
Consumption of Ofada rice has gained more prominence possibly due to the health awareness of educated
Nigerians who now associate its positive taste and natural flavour, higher nutritive value of critical significance
to their health compared to the polished imported rice varieties. The Ofada rice variety has been reported
through research results to have higher fibre content and better health consideration. Consequently, it now
commands the highest market price given its scarcity relative to other rice varieties including the imported
varieties. The paddies of the rice plant are first milled to remove the chaff. A popular form being the parboiled
rice, is subjected to steam or parboiling. Raw untreated rice may be ground into flour for many uses - such as
making of beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), rice flour noodles and food items (Tuwo, Hausa). Processed
rice seeds may be boiled, steamed or further fried in cooking oil before eating. When combined with milk, sugar,
and honey, it is used to make rice desserts. Rice flour and starch are often used in batters and breading to
increase crispiness.
Government intervention in rice production
The Nigerian Government has actively interfered with the rice economy over the last thirty years. The country’s
policy on rice has been inconsistent and has oscillated between import tariffs and import restrictions including
outright ban. For instance, there was subsidized provision of inputs and finance for rice production, but none of
these measures halted the long term end to import dependency (Akande, 2002).
In response to the growing demand for this staple food item, the Government at various periods actively
impacted in the rice economy coming up with various policies and programmes. One of such activities was the
enormous (rice) imports to supplement the local production in an attempt to meet the rising high demand for rice
for local consumption which no doubt constituted an enormous drain on the country’s foreign earnings. Other
policies had included oscillating import tariffs and import restrictions. Notwithstanding the various policy
measures, domestic rice production has not increased sufficiently to meet the increased demand, hence the
significance of the study.
Therefore in achieving modest strides in rice production, research and extension in Nigeria, excellent
collaboration work has been done by both National and international organizations such as IITA, Africa Rice
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(formerly known as WARDA), IRRI, and INGER-Africa. Agricultural Research and Cooperative collaborative
work with these institutions has been the bedrock for improved technologies developed for the attainment of
increased rice production in Nigeria. Sustainability of this trend will hopefully lead to greater improvements and
ensure the country's success in its bid to meet the food sufficiency through rice.
The recent drain on the country’s foreign reserve led the Nigerian Government to ban rice imports in October
1985. Specific programmes put in place to ensure sustainability included the following actions: the National
Accelerated Food Production project (NAFPP), in 1974; the World Bank-Assisted Development Programmes in
1975; (Operation Feed the Nation - OFN), 1976; the River Basin Development Authorities (RBDs), 1977; Back
to Land Programme (BLP) and the Directorate of Food, Roads and Rural Infrastructures (DFRRI), 1988; and,
more recently, the National Land Development Authority (NALDA), 1995. In spite of these various Government
Policies and programmes, domestic rice production has not kept pace with the domestic consumption increased
high demands for domestic rice that the Nigerian populace request for and, consequently, rice is still being
imported (Singh,et. al., 1997).
In the same vein the efforts of the incumbent President of Nigeria, Dr. Jonathan Goodluck has brought forth
another policy measure named ‘Agricultural Transformation Agenda’ aimed at improving the agricultural
production of some selected crops of which rice is one of them. The policy comes with a clear agenda at making
Nigeria self-sufficient in terms of food and agricultural productivity, amongst others objectives.
Agricultural transformation agenda (ATA) for massive rice production in Nigeria
An extract from the President’s speech to the people stated as follows: “Before we leave office in 2015, we must
stop the importation of rice to Nigeria. There is no reason why Nigeria should be importing rice……………” the
President Jonathan said on August 16, 2011 at a meeting in the State House with the President of the
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Dr. KanayoNwanze. The promise was solemn and a
commitment to boost rice production in order to achieve self-sufficiency in milled rice as an appropriate national
goal.
The President assured Nigerians that his administration has given agricultural development the highest possible
priority in its agenda for national transformation because of its critical importance to the wellbeing of the
citizens. Indeed, the President has made it clear that achieving self-sufficiency in rice production is part of the
main assignments for the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. Nigeria should have no reason to
depend on imported rice for domestic consumption. “We have all that is needed to grow, process and market
enough rice for domestic consumption and have a surplus we can export to other countries,” the President added.
ATA action plan
The Action plan of ATA is to intensify rice production and increase on-farm yield so asto reduce production
costs as well as to improve the quality and standard of rice thereby reduce post-harvest losses. In addition it will
facilitate empowerment of rural rice enterprises and businesses especially in the small-scale milling of domestic
rice processing and packagingso as to sustain productivity, incomes and employment. This will strengthen
human and institutional capacities that will result in improved production, processing and marketing of rice
competitively in Nigeria.
In a recent speech at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Ibadan on Cassava Value Chain
Development, the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina said he regretted
that “In 2010 alone, Nigeria spent N356 billions on imported rice……..” However, it was pointed out that
Nigeria was actually exporting agricultural food materials from the 1940s up until just before the country’s
independence. For various reasons beyond the farmers understanding exporting agricultural product gradually
became a thing of the past while at the same importing food items became the norm. By the 1980s, Nigeria’s
exportation of rice from Asia in particular became the accepted process, but as the Honourable Minister
indicated under his watch, this will be reduced as much as possible as reflected in the programme – ATA.
According to the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources, ‘the vision in the transformation
strategy is to achieve a hunger free Nigeria through an Agricultural Sector that will drive income growth,
accelerate achievement of food and nutritional security, generate employment and transform the country into a
leading player in global food markets and to grow the wealth of the nation for example that of millions of rural
farmers.
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The Agricultural Transformation Agenda is designed to make the Agricultural Sector a Business project as
against development project and to promote Private Sector investment in agriculture, thereby execute integrated
projects via value chain processes; generate employment, and transform Nigeria into a net exporter of
agricultural commodities. The transformation action plan is focused on key aspects of Agricultural Value Chain
processes. They include the provision and availability of improved inputs (seed and fertilizer), increased
productivity and production, as well as the establishment of staple crop processing zones. ATA is expected to
address reduction in post-harvest losses, improve linkages with industries as well as improve access to financial
services and markets. ATA, he targets Rural Communities particularly Rural Women Farmers, Rural Youths and
Farmers’ Associations, as well as the improvement of Rural Institutions and Infrastructures.ATA sets out to
create over 3.5 million jobs from the Agricultural Sector such as: rice, cassava, sorghum, cocoa and cotton using
the value chain processes; with many more jobs to come from other value chains programmes that are under
implementation. The programme aims to provide over N300 billions of additional income for rural farmers. Over
N60 billions are to be injected into the economy from the substitution of 20% of bread using wheat flour with
cassava flour. The initiative will help efforts as mandated as listed above so that the country will be food secure
by increasing production of key food staples by 20 million tons: Rice production will be increased to an
estimated 2MT: Cassava increased to 17MT and Sorghum increased to 1MT respectively.
The Honourable Minister further said that the Ministry of Agriculture has established 18 Staple Crop Processing
Zones (SCPZ) as a cluster-based value chain strategy to attract Private investors set up food processing plants in
areas of high Agricultural food production areas; also link rural farmers in clusters to food manufacturing plants;
create jobs and drive rapid rural economic growth while adding that operators in these staple crop processing
zones will receive fiscal investment and infrastructure incentives. He is quoted that the “Use of Guarantee
Minimum Price [GMP] serve to stabilize prices; absorb excess output of agricultural produce and encourage
increased production of commodities in a manner that would benefit the stakeholders involved in the ATA value
chain processes; The actions will improve the promotion of agricultural mechanization through the use of farm
machinery, implements, and processing machines for the production of crops, livestock and fish as well as their
finished products.(Akinwunmi, 2011).
The Research - Statement of Problem
With the expansion of the agricultural land area under rice cultivation, there has been a steady increase in rice
production in Nigeria. The production increase has, however not been enough to meet the increasing rice
consumption demand of the rapidly growing population (National Bureau of Statistics, 2005). Despite the
Federal Government of Nigeria concerted efforts to make Nigeria self-sufficient in rice production, the
achievement of the policy objective has remained elusive. There has been a considerable lag between production
and demand level with imports making up the shortfall. Thus as culled from the Honourable Minister’s speech
“In 2010 alone, Nigeria spent N356 billion on imported rice”. (Akinwnmi, 2011).
Objectives of the Study
The broad objective of the study is to examine the prospect of rice in sustainable food production under the
Agricultural Transformation Agenda in Ogun State.
The specific objectives are to:
i. Identify the various socio-economic and demographic characteristics of rice farmers in the study area as it
affects rice production;
ii. Determine the effect(s) of Agricultural Transformation Agenda on rice production as a means of
agricultural food sustenance in the study area;
iii. Determine the place of rice farmers and the potentials for expansion for food sustenance through application
of Agricultural Transformation Agenda in the study area.
Research Methodology
The study was carried out in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area (LGA) of Ogun State with the
Headquarter in Owode. Twelve (12) communities were selected by simple random sampling technique out of the
22 major rice producing communities of the LGA. The randomly selected communities are:Ajura, Owode,
Mokoloiki, Onidundu and OFADA from Owode cluster and Moloko-Ashipa, Egbeda, Ayiwere, Iyana, Ogbe –
Ita, Oba and Ogbe-Inu from Oba cluster. Using systematic random sampling, a respondent was selected from
every third rice farmer in each village until 12 respondents were selected from each of the villages. A total
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number of 144 respondents were selected and these were on whom a well-structured questionnaire were
administered for the study. This ensured that an element of the projected population was given equal chance of
being included in the sample.
The data for the study were collected through the use of these questionnaires coupled with personal interview
administered on the respondents. Information collected included both demographic and non-demographic
characteristics of the respondents. The additional data collected with the use of personal interview were written
and recorded to validate the data collected with use of questionnaire. This enhanced the correlation between the
personal information collected from other source and the structured questionnaire responses by the respondents.
Secondary data were also collected from the internet, for relevant information on rice production and
Agricultural Transformation Agenda.
Measurement of Major Variables
Farm Size: This was measured using the number of heaps that can be made on respondent’s rice farms. Phillips,
1997 calculated how to convert the number of heaps on a Farmer’s land to hectares. Thus, using this process the
number of heaps on farmer’s farms was converted to hectares. For example: 10,000 heaps is equivalent to 1.0
hectare (Phillips, 1997).
Knowledge Score: Knowledge of respondent was put to test by asking them information on recommended rice,
production practices, that is names of improved varieties of rice they are familiar with, planting spacing, types of
fertilizers required by the crop, recommended quantity/ha, rate of application, frequency of application, method
of application, the expected yield/ha, recommended storage chemicals and dosage and so on.
Productivity Level of the Farmer: This is the cost of the output per unit cost of input used (cost of output/cost
of input).The data that were collected from the study area was analyzed using descriptive statistics like
frequency, percentage and mean. One hundred and forty four questionnaires were administered to the farmers in
the study area. One hundred thirty(130) were returned while the remaining 10 questionnaires were wrongfully
filled. One hundred and twenty of the questionnaires were used for the final analysis and discussion.
Results and Discussion
The selected demographic characteristics of the respondents in this study were age, gender, educational
qualification, marital status, family size, improved farming techniques, ATA awareness that are directly related
to rice production and processing. Table 1 showed that 77.5% of the rice farmers were male while the remaining
22.5% were females. This indicated that more male farmers were involved in rice production in the study area
compared to female farmers. The gender difference may be due to the fact that rice production is labour
intensive.
Approximately eighty eight percent (88.8%) of the respondents were within the age category of 25 to 55 years.
The data showed that the respondents were in their productive age. The significance of this information is that
the respondents their age range is ideal and that this will enable them to cope with the rigours of rice production.
The mean age of the respondent was 45.2% which indicated that they are still very active. Almost forty-one
percent (40.8%) of the respondents had no formal education while 37.5% of them completed Primary school.
The low literacy level among the respondents might affect their access to information as previous study by Singh
et. al. (1997) showed the relationship between the level of education and access to information among rice
farmers. Data also indicated that 25.0% of the respondents had less than 10 years’ experience in rice cultivation,
and about 34.0 % had between 11 and 15 year experience while about 41 .0 %had more than 10 years’
experience with the mean number of years being 16.9 years. Over 90.0%of the respondents had been in rice
cultivation for several years and that justified their experience in rice production.
Approximately, eighty-four percent (84%) of the respondents were married, while only 2.5% were single and
3.3% divorced. The high percent of married respondents is a good indication that those married rice farmers have
access to family members (wives and children) who could supply free family labour, thus making more hands
available for productive activities on respondents’ rice farms. The mean household size is 8.8 indicating that
majority of the respondents have large households that would contribute free family labour that would be useful
for supporting the labour intensive period needed for successful rice production.
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Table 1: Personal Characteristics of Respondents in the Study Area
Characteristics Frequency Percentage
Sex
Male
Female
Marital Status
Married
Single
Divorced
Age
Less than 25 years
25-35 years
36-45 years
46-55 years
Above 55 years
HouseholdSize
3-6 individuals
7-10 individuals
> 10 individuals
EducationalQualification
No formal education
Primary education
Secondary education
Post-Secondary
education
Year of Experience
5-10 years
11-15 years
More than 15 years
93
27
101
15
4
8
25
42
30
15
31
72
17
49
45
20
6
30
41
49
77.5
22.5
84.1
12.6
3.3
6.7
20.8
35.0
25.0
12.5
25.8
60.0
14.2
40.8
37.5
16.7
5.0
25.0
34.2
40.8.
Source: Survey Data from Study Area, 2012
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Distribution of respondents according to their rice cultivation
Table 2 showed that all the respondents have knowledge of exotic seeds of rice cultivation but none of the
respondents in the study area actually planted any of the exotic varieties. All the farmers in the study area
cultivated the improved rice variety identified as OFADA OS6.Table 2 showed that 16.7 % of the respondents
cultivated less than 3 hectares of farm land, with the mean farm size being greater than 6 hectares. The majority
of rice farmers in the study area were small holders, and this limited their production potential, as well as making
them remain at subsistence level. Ten percent (10%) of the respondents cultivated rice primarily for their family
subsistence and consumption. However, fifty-five (55.0%) of the respondents produced rice mainly for
commercial purpose. Thirty-five percent (35.0%) of the respondents cultivated rice because of its short maturity
period. Rice is thus a major source of income generating activity among 90% of the respondents in the study
area. The result further showed that upland rice is majorly cultivated in study area.
Table 2 showed that all the rice farmers in the study area cultivated improved version of the local variety known
as OFADA OS6, named after one of the communities. The farmers reported that they once adopted the exotic
varieties but had abandoned it as a result of its taste and difficulty to sell the finished product at good prices. It is
interesting to note that the local varieties cost more in the local market. Majority of the respondents are thus
small holders and this limits their production potentials. Thus, they fall into the category described as subsistence
farmers in the context of ATA.
Only 45.0% of the respondents own their farmlands which they inherited, while the remaining 55.0% rented or
leased the parcel of land they use for rice cultivation. Farm ownership may be a restriction and might result in
their inability to continue to use the farmland for rice cultivation as there special properties needed in the type of
land that can be used for rice cultivation.
Table 2: Farming characteristics of the respondents
Variable Frequency Percentage
Reason for Cultivating Rice
Short maturity period
For home consumption
For commercial sale
Major Variety of Rice Cultivated
17A 150
WAB 189
Nerica
Ofada OS6
Farm Size
1 - 3.0 ha
3.1 – 6.0 ha
6.1- 9.0 ha
Over 6.0ha
Sources of Farmland
Inheritance
Rented
Leasehold
42
12
66
0
0
0
120
10
55
40
15
54
51
15
35.0
10.0
55.0
0
0
0
100
16.7
29.2
33.3
20.8
45.0
42.5
12.5
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Source: Survey Data from Study Area, 2012
Respondents’ Knowledge of Recommended Rice Farming Practices
Table 3 showed that respondents were sufficiently knowledgeable about the appropriate seed rate of 60kg/ha of
rice to be planted as well as appropriate time to sow for optimal performance. This is indicated as between
March and April. This is good for rice cultivation as it ensured that farmers cultivate rice when they could have
good yield and reduce the incidence of pests and diseases with the use of cultural method. This is in line with
finding of Singh et.al, (1997) on respondents’ knowledge and use of improved seed in rice cultivation.
Table 3 further showed that 67.5% of the respondents are knowledgeable about the appropriate dosage of
fertilizer to be used on rice farms. This is an indication of the extent to which the desire to use fertilizers, despite
the fact that it is not always available for them to use. This corroborated by previous finding by Singh et. al.
(1977) and IRRI (1995) on respondent’s use of fertilizer as recommended in rice production. Ninety percent
(90%) were knowledgeable about the appropriate dilution of herbicides to be used on rice plot while 88.5% did
have knowledge about the appropriate time of applying the post-emergence herbicides. Most of the respondents
did not have knowledge about the use of herbicides. However, there was an indication that most of them hardly
used herbicides but make use of other methods for weeding their farm plots.
Table 3 also showed that 94.2% of the respondents were knowledgeable about the different types of legumes and
method of inter-cropping them with the rice on their farms as well the appropriate time and methods of
harvesting rice. This corroborates with the fact that farmers in developing countries still cultivate multiple crops
on their farmlands, which usually served as an insurance against crop failures.
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Table 3: Respondents Knowledge of Recommended Practices
Items Frequency Percentage
Seeds (Appropriate ones and Planting Rate)
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Sowing time (March to April)
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Fertilizers (Appropriate type and dosage)
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Herbicides (Type and dilution rate)
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Time of application of herbicides
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Appropriateness of intercropping rice with legume and type of legume
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
Appropriateness time and method of harvesting rice
Knowledgeable
Not Knowledgeable
118
2
120
0
81
39
108
12
106
14
113
7
117
3
98.3
1.7
100
0
67.5
32.5
90
10
88.3
11.7
94.2
5.8
97.5
2.5
Source: Survey Data from Study Area, 2012
ATA Awareness and Compliance
Table 4 showed that only 8.3% of the respondents are aware of Agricultural Transformation Agenda, compared
to other programmes such as OGADEP and FADAMA which they perceived and believed that it is one of the
Government’s initiatives that were just for the learned and therefore will not be beneficial to them anyway. In
their considered opinion they believed that any Government’s initiative that was not channeled to the remote
parts or rural areas where farmers could easily access the information was not really meant for farmers. Hence
with this pre-conceived prejudice ATA is of almost zero importance to the respondents in the study area.
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Table 4: Respondents Awareness of Agricultural Transformation Agenda.
Variable Frequency Percentage
Agricultural Transformation Agenda Awareness
Not Aware
Fairly aware
Fully aware
Perceived Effect of Agricultural Transformation Agenda
significant
moderately significant
not significant
Readiness for Agricultural Transformation Agenda
Ready
Not ready
indifference
87
23
10
0
0
120
70
18
32
72.5
19.2
8.3
0.0
0.0
100
58.3
15.0
26.7
Source: Survey Data from Study Area, 2012
Productivity level of rice farmers in study area
Productivity of the farmers in the study area was conceptualized according to Coelli (1996) as the ratio of total
revenue (quantity produced at a unit price and the total input cost). The higher the ratio, the more productive the
farmer is and the more efficient he or she is in the use or allocation of the production. The productivity of the
rice farmers was therefore a measure of their economic performance.
Table 5 showed that 8.3% of the farmers achieved productivity level of more than 2.0 that is achieved income
twice their total revenue. Also, 25.0 % achieved between 1.6 and 2.0 productivity levels, while 50.0% achieved
between 1.1 and 1.5 productivity levels. Thus, 83.3% had high levels of productivity. This is good, considering
the productivity that was previously reported for rice farmers (Singh et al., 1997). These however showed that
there was more room for improvement. Only 12.5% of the respondents achieved productivity levels of 0.5 to 1.0,
while 4.2 % of the rice farmers achieved productivity levels of less than 0.5.
Table 5: Productivity levels achieved by the respondents
Productivity Frequency Percentage
Less than 0.5
0.5- 1.0
1.1- 1.5
1.6- 2.0
> 2.0
5
15
60
30
10
4.2
12.5
50.0
25.0
8.3
Source: Survey Data from Study Area, 2012
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Recommendations
Based on the research findings, the following recommendations were made. There is a need to assist the rice
farmers in the study area in order for them to improve on their productivity levels and thereby reducing the wage
bill on the importation of rice in the country.
Ogun State has the potential to be self-sufficient in rice production under Agricultural Transformation
Agenda.
Workshops and seminars should be organized to disseminate the information on the importance of ATA
to rice farmers in the study area. This process will result in increased awareness that would lead to
increase in production for self-sufficiency through rice industry. The resultant effect might also lead to
the possibility of increased supply and marketing of rice to neighboring States as planned by ATA.
There is the need to encourage the rice farmers in the study area to open up new areas of land for
enhance mechanization of rice production,
Through the understanding of ATA, more rice farmers would benefit from strengthened human and
institutional capacities to produce, process, and package and market rice competitively in the study area.
Also, through the outcomes of the value chain processes employed rice farmers would be more efficient
and effective in the channeling of the provisions and tools of Agricultural Transformation Agenda to the
study area.
This would help to reduce the huge investment expended on the importation of rice into the country.
Conclusions
It can be concluded from this study that most of the rice farmers in the study area had the potentials needed for
sustainable rice production, processing, packaging and marketing of domestic rice. Most of the rice farmers in
the study were not familiar with policy in place on Agricultural Transformation Agenda. They are familiar with
previous policies and programmes like the Fadama and OGADEP which had helped them in one way or the
other in their domestic production of rice. The level of awareness, impact and acceptability of other Government
initiatives like Fadama and OGADEP were well received by the rice farmers in the study area. This is an
indication that Agriculture Transformation Agenda could also make an impact on the rice farmers if the
awareness is positively created among the respondents. However, scarcity of Agro-inputs and Agro-chemicals as
well as agricultural equipment that would lead to farm mechanization is needed. The inability of the respondents
to access ATA information was observed as constraints to optimize rice production in the study area. Addressing
at least most of these problems using the Agricultural Transformation Agenda is a good first step towards
attaining the goals of ATA for rice self-sufficiency in the country.
Factors that determine the respondents’ productivity level included: farm size, knowledge of improved practices
of rice cultivation, the quantity of labour they use (especially as the occurrence of birds infestation of farms is a
serious problem) as well as the educational level attained by the respondents. The small farm plot sizes resulted
in the current low productivity level attained by the respondents.
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