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Attitude Towards Entrepreneurial Activities Among Yam Farmers In Ekiti State, Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 3, No 2 (2021): Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology (December, 2021)
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v3i2.1540

To understand the attitude of farmers towards yam entrepreneurial activities in Ekiti State, Nigeria, data were collected on respondents’ personal characteristics, attitude of farmers and factors influencing farmers’ attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities. Data were analysed with frequency, percentage, mean and multiple regression analysis. Findings shows that respondents were married (81%), aware of agri-entrepreneurship skills (42%), experienced (30 years), inherited land (62%) and rarely visited major towns (41.2%). Majority (98.8%) of the respondents had positive attitude toward entrepreneurial activities. Marital status (p=0.023), years of experience (p=0.015) and land tenure (t= p=0.023) were determinants factors for positive attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities among respondents. The study concluded that yam entrepreneur farmers in Ekiti State had positive attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities. It was therefore recommend the need for intensive motivation programmes for yam farmers in Ekiti State by agricultural extension organisation with special focus on areas where respondents were found to have negative attitude.

Identification of factors associated with satisfaction of farmers-group members in Kwara State Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe; Adeseye Olusikemi Awoyemi; Saheed Olayinka Jimba; Gbolagade Benjamin Adesiji
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 2, No 1 (2020): Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology (June, 2020)
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v2i1.1542

The satisfaction of members is fundamental to group cohesion and eventual maximization of the potential of farmer groups as catalysts for agricultural and rural development in Nigeria. The study examined the factors associated with membership satisfaction in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria. A two-stage random sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents on which a questionnaire was administered. Descriptive statistics involving frequency counts, percentages, means and the Likert scale were used to present the results of the study. Pearson’s Product Momment Correlation and Chi-square analyses were used to test the hypotheses of the study. The result revealed that all the members were male (100%), married (97.5%) and had no formal education (68.3%). The groups were well organized as revealed by their regular meetings, democratically elected leadership and payment of dues. However joint ownership of assets was poor among the groups. Majority of the members benefitted in farm credit (100%), social gains (92.5%) and input distribution (73.3%). A moderate level of satisfaction (mean=3.01) was observed among members mostly in usage of monthly due (mean=4.62), timing of farmer's group (mean=4.06) and performance of your group officials (4.00). The factors associated with membership satisfaction were farm size and household size while derivation of benefits such as access to credit, input, extension training and social gains also positively influenced membership satisfaction. The study concluded that membership satisfaction was moderate and influenced by the identified factors. It therefore recommended farmers group should consider farm size of each members while distributing benefits like farm credit and inputs.

Use Of Urea Deep Placement Technology Among Rice Farmers In Kwara State, North Central Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe; Adeseye O Awoyemi; Ridwanullahi Ridwanullahi; Gbolagade B Adesiji
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 1, No 2 (2019): Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology (December, 2019)
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v1i2.1541

Assessing the level farmers’ usage of fertilizer deep placement is important to improve the efficiency of soil nutrient. Extension organisations responsible for the dissemination of the technology will immensely benefit by knowing the level of usage of the technology for future extension programme implementation. In light of this, we examined the use of urea deep placement technology among rice farmers. Frequency count was used to identify rice farmers that use Urea Deep Placement technology and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was employed to determine factors associated to use of the technology. The study found that majority (85.8%) were aware of UDP technology between the year 2012 to 2013 (61.6%) mainly through agricultural extension agents (55%) and fellow farmers (25%). Majority (81.7%) tried it but few (11.7%) adopted it. Labour intensiveness (58.3%) is one of the reasons for non-adoption while the few adopters (10%) adopted because the technology increases productivity. Age of farmers is positively related the use of UDP technology. The study focuses on the use of urea deep placement technology provided by extension services among farmers; however, these farmers may have an interest in other types of fertilizer and methods of application that have not been investigated. The study provides an insight to show the usage of UDP among farmers engaged in rice production as a means to improve the efficiency of soil nutrient.

The Contribution of Yam Farming Activities To Livelihood of Farmers In Ekiti State, Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe; Gbolagade Benjamin Adesiji; Sheu-Usman Oladipo Akanbi
Jambura Agribusiness Journal VOLUME 4, ISSUE 1, 2022: JULY-DECEMBER
Publisher : State University of Gorontalo

Innovative opportunity in agricultural entrepreneurship skills is an important factor for sustainable livelihood of farmers. Yam cultivation, processing, transporting and marketing are major strategies for livelihood among farmers in Nigeria. This study therefore assessed the impact of yam entrepreneurial activities in Ekiti state, Nigeria. The study was conducted in Ekiti State, Nigeria. A total of 580 yam farmers were sampled. An interview schedule was designed to collect primary data. Frequency count, percentage, mean score and ordered probit regression were used to analyse data collected. The study showed that personal savings was the main sources of capital (69.7%), only few were member of farmers’ group (66.2%). Also, average farm workers was 3 persons and average hours devoted for yam farming activities per day was 5hours. Aside yam cultivation activity, farmers were mostly involved in yam marketing (mean=0.99), transporting (mean=0.94) and processing (mean=0.60). Findings show that farmers’ participation in yam entrepreneurial activities had contributed significantly (p≤0.5) to financial, physical, social, human and natural assets of farmers in Ekiti State.

Identification of factors associated with satisfaction of farmers-group members in Kwara State Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe; Adeseye Olusikemi Awoyemi; Saheed Olayinka Jimba; Gbolagade Benjamin Adesiji
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 2, No 1 (2020): Juni
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v2i1.1542

The satisfaction of members is fundamental to group cohesion and eventual maximization of the potential of farmer groups as catalysts for agricultural and rural development in Nigeria. The study examined the factors associated with membership satisfaction in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria. A two-stage random sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents on which a questionnaire was administered. Descriptive statistics involving frequency counts, percentages, means and the Likert scale were used to present the results of the study. Pearson’s Product Momment Correlation and Chi-square analyses were used to test the hypotheses of the study. The result revealed that all the members were male (100%), married (97.5%) and had no formal education (68.3%). The groups were well organized as revealed by their regular meetings, democratically elected leadership and payment of dues. However joint ownership of assets was poor among the groups. Majority of the members benefitted in farm credit (100%), social gains (92.5%) and input distribution (73.3%). A moderate level of satisfaction (mean=3.01) was observed among members mostly in usage of monthly due (mean=4.62), timing of farmer's group (mean=4.06) and performance of your group officials (4.00). The factors associated with membership satisfaction were farm size and household size while derivation of benefits such as access to credit, input, extension training and social gains also positively influenced membership satisfaction. The study concluded that membership satisfaction was moderate and influenced by the identified factors. It therefore recommended farmers group should consider farm size of each members while distributing benefits like farm credit and inputs.

Use Of Urea Deep Placement Technology Among Rice Farmers In Kwara State, North Central Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe; Adeseye O Awoyemi; Ridwanullahi Ridwanullahi; Gbolagade B Adesiji
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 1, No 2 (2019): Desember
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v1i2.1541

Assessing the level farmers’ usage of fertilizer deep placement is important to improve the efficiency of soil nutrient. Extension organisations responsible for the dissemination of the technology will immensely benefit by knowing the level of usage of the technology for future extension programme implementation. In light of this, we examined the use of urea deep placement technology among rice farmers. Frequency count was used to identify rice farmers that use Urea Deep Placement technology and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was employed to determine factors associated to use of the technology. The study found that majority (85.8%) were aware of UDP technology between the year 2012 to 2013 (61.6%) mainly through agricultural extension agents (55%) and fellow farmers (25%). Majority (81.7%) tried it but few (11.7%) adopted it. Labour intensiveness (58.3%) is one of the reasons for non-adoption while the few adopters (10%) adopted because the technology increases productivity. Age of farmers is positively related the use of UDP technology. The study focuses on the use of urea deep placement technology provided by extension services among farmers; however, these farmers may have an interest in other types of fertilizer and methods of application that have not been investigated. The study provides an insight to show the usage of UDP among farmers engaged in rice production as a means to improve the efficiency of soil nutrient.

Attitude Towards Entrepreneurial Activities Among Yam Farmers In Ekiti State, Nigeria Sola Emmanuel Komolafe
Serambi Journal of Agricultural Technology Vol 3, No 2 (2021): Desember
Publisher : Universitas Serambi Mekkah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32672/sjat.v3i2.1540

To understand the attitude of farmers towards yam entrepreneurial activities in Ekiti State, Nigeria, data were collected on respondents’ personal characteristics, attitude of farmers and factors influencing farmers’ attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities. Data were analysed with frequency, percentage, mean and multiple regression analysis. Findings shows that respondents were married (81%), aware of agri-entrepreneurship skills (42%), experienced (30 years), inherited land (62%) and rarely visited major towns (41.2%). Majority (98.8%) of the respondents had positive attitude toward entrepreneurial activities. Marital status (p=0.023), years of experience (p=0.015) and land tenure (t= p=0.023) were determinants factors for positive attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities among respondents. The study concluded that yam entrepreneur farmers in Ekiti State had positive attitude towards yam entrepreneurial activities. It was therefore recommend the need for intensive motivation programmes for yam farmers in Ekiti State by agricultural extension organisation with special focus on areas where respondents were found to have negative attitude.

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