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Rainforest is the most biologically diverse ecosystem and self sustaining natural ecosystem in the world when healthy. The trees are the main determinants of the rainforest and therefore, indiscriminate felling, results in degradation and destruction of the rainforest. Information on stand densit... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Modeling the Release of Potassium in Selected Parent Materials in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Florence O. Umoh
Soil Science
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Potassium (K) is one of the major nutrient elements needed by plant in large quantity for growth and development. This study was carried out on three parent materials (sandstone, shale and alluvium soils) to determine the amount of potassium (K+) released in soils and to find the best fitting mod... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Financial Profitability of Rain-fed Rice (Oryza sativa) Farmers in Taraba State, Nigeria
Polycarp Luka, Henrietta U. Ukpe, Bulus F. Filli, Daniel T. Rukwe
Agric Economics and Extension
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This study analysed the financial profitability of rain-fed rice farmers in Taraba State, Nigeria. The study described the socio-economic characteristics of rice farmers, estimated the profitability of rice cultivation and pinpointed the obstacles related to rice production in the research region... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Cost-benefit of Using Baker's Yeast (probiotics) and Biotronic® Top Forte (Organic Acid) in Broiler Chicken Feed
Wayebo, H. Kehinde., John Yayi, Faith, G. Ali., Simdah, Y. Tanko, Joan, J. Aimuenode
Animal Science
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The study was conducted to evaluate the cost-saving and performance outcomes of Baker's yeast and Biotronic® Top Forte (BTF) as dietary supplements for broiler chickens during the starter (1-4 weeks) and finisher (5-6 weeks) phases. The study was conducted at the Poultry Unit of the
Department o... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Constraints Affecting Adoption of Cocoyam Processing Technologies by Women Farmers’ in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Idongesit J. Udousung, Iniobong A. Akpabio, Idaresit U. Umoh
Agric Economics and Extension
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A veritable search for solution to the soaring problem of food insecurity in Nigeria would need to encompass a renewed focus on cocoyam (Colocasia spp and Xanthosoma spp) as an important source of human nutrition, cash income and animal feed. This study examined constraints affecting adoption of ... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Growth and Yield Performance of Some Varieties of Maize (Zea mays) in the Humid Ecological Zone of Owerri
Godfrey A. Iwo, Edith G. Okoiseh, Ojiako O. Gift
Crop/Plant Science
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The experiment was conducted in 2020/2021 cropping seasons at the research farm of Federal University of Technology, Owerri with the objectives to evaluate the growth and yield performance of six maize genotypes in addition to determine the association between yield and yield components. The exp... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Gender-Based Analysis of the Effect of Climate Change on Income of Cassava Farmers in Delta State, Nigeria
Louis B. Otuisi, Bright O. Irhivben, Sarah Enwa, Emmanuel O. Inoni
Agric Economics and Extension
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Climate change is perhaps the most serious environmental threat to agriculture in Africa, because of its impact on pre- and post-harvest agricultural productivity thereby reducing income. This study examined the gender-based effects of climate change on the income of cassava farmers in Delta Stat... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study of University Students’ Preference for Made in Nigeria Biscuit Brands
Essien A. Antia-Obong, Seno E. Antia-Obong, Aniekan J. Akpaeti, Arit O. Efretuei, Ekponoabasi P. Ukanideh
Agric Economics and Extension
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Consumer preferences are crucial for a product's marketing success since they show what buyers like, dislike, and their purchasing habits. Companies that grasp this concept and adapt their strategies often become market leaders. This study examines the preference of Nigeria produced biscuit brand... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
