Growth Response and Cost-benefit of Red Sokoto Goats Feedlotted on Crop Residues during Dry Season
Idongesit Sylva-Nyom, Gilbert J. Bandawa, Abdullahi J. Kure, Ja'afar L. Gora, Nkpusireufu G. Dubagari, Mohammed D. Buba, Buba Babuwa
Animal Science
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Fifteen Red Sokoto bucks were assigned to five treatment diets designated as T1, T2I, T3, T4 and T5 with cowpea husk inclusion levels at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% to replace cowpea haulms. The feeding trial lasted for 90 days. Daily feed intake was measured by subtracting the leftover feed from... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Optimization of Carbohydrate Content and Energy Value of Extruded Composite Snacks of Aerial Yam and Soybean Flours using the Response Surface Methodology (RSM)
Enobong O. Umoh, Madu O. Iwe
Food Science and Technology
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The study examined the effect of extrusion process factors on carbohydrate content and energy value of extrudates from aerial yam and soybean composite flour mixes. Laboratory scale single-screw extruder was utilized in extruding blends of aerial yam and soybean flours in the ratio of 1:3. Random... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Analysis of Financial Profitability of Tomato Growers in Taraba State, Nigeria
Aboki Edon, Kara H. Abubakar , Zubairu, E. Ashindo
Agric Economics and Extension
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The study analyzed the financial profitability of tomato growers in Taraba State, Nigeria. The specific objectives of the study were to: describe the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents; examine the factors influencing tomato production; estimate tomato growers' profitability; and d... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Evaluation of Rabbit Urine as Bio-fertilizer for the Growth and Yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (l.) walp)
Okon J. Ekwere, Patrick I. Udounang, Arit O. Efretuei , Florence O. Umoh
Crop/Plant Science
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Rabbit urine, a bio-fertilizer can be used alone or in combination with inorganic fertilizer, organic or green manure to improve the growth and yield of crops. Trials were conducted at the Teaching and Research Farm of the Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa campus, during the 2021 and 2022 sec... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Profitability Analysis of Small-Scale Sawmill Business in Cross River State, Nigeria
Chibuzor N. Nwachukwu, Daniel C. Nmeregini, Sylvanus E. Ben, James O. Abam
Agric Economics and Extension
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The study assessed the profitability analysis of small-scale sawmill business in Cross River State, Nigeria. It specifically described the socioeconomic characteristics of the small-scale sawmill owners, estimated the profitability of sawmill business and determined the factors affecting the prof... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Gender Differences in farmers’ Participation in Decision-making on Adaptation to Climate Change in southwest Nigeria
Ogunjinmi K. Oluwaseye, Fakoya E. Olugbenga, Ogunjinmi A. Adekunle
Agric Economics and Extension
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The effects of climate change on the agricultural sector urgently call for rural farmers’ involvement in adaptation decision-making even at the community level for climate change interventions to be effective. This study assessed gender differences in farmers’ Participation in decision-making on ... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Influence of season on microbial inoculant on soil properties, growth, and yield of maize (Zea mays) grown in an ultisol of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Ekereobong D. Ekpo, Nnaji G. Uche, Okon E. Udoh
Soil Science
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An experiment was carried out to evaluate the influence of seasons on microbial inoculant application on soil properties, growth, and yield of maize. The experiment was conducted between October 2019 – January 2020 and April – July 2020 at Domita Farms, Uyo. The microbial inoculant used were CHC... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Evaluation of Some Soil Physicochemical Properties and Implication on Soil Fertility in Etinan, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Simeon, S. Daniel, Essien O. Anthony
Soil Science
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The study was to evaluate some soil physicochemical properties with fertility index and implications on soil fertility in Etinan Akwa Ibom State. Soil samples were collected from three locations Efa1, Efa2, and Efa3 to determine some physicochemical properties using standard procedures. The varia... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Season on Food, Feeding Habit and Condition Factor of Squeakers (Synodontis vermiculatus, Daget 1954) in Shagari Dam Sokoto State, Nigeria
Ibrahim S. Jega, Balkisu H. Augie, Dalhatu Y. Bawa, Mohammad Y. Abubakar
fisheries and Aquaculture
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The research examined the effect of season on food and feeding habit and condition factor of Synodontis vermiculatus (Daget,1954) in Shagari Dam, Sokoto State. The period of the research was from March 2020 to February, 2021. Eighty two (82) fish samples used for this research were collected from... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Assessment of Available Potassium in Soils of Different Parent Materials using four Extraction Methods
Trenchard O. Ibia, Okon E. Udoh, Emmanuel A. Akpan, Kindness I. Dominic
Soil Science
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A laboratory experiment was undertaken using four separate extraction methods—HNO3, NH4OAC, BaCl2, and HCl to determine the amount of potassium that was readily available in soils from various parent materials. Soil Auger samples were taken from locations at Ikot Akpaden in Mkpat Enin Local Gover... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Economics, Analysis and Poverty Status of Artisanal Fishing Household in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of Ogun State
Oyetade O. Patricia, Bamidele N. Akinsafe, Ojebiyi W. Gbenga, Oyebamiji B. Adebayo, Olaitan K. Aminu, Olaoye O. Jacob, Akinde A. Oluwole, Ale O. Abraham
Agric Economics and Extension
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This study assessed the economic analysis of artisanal fishing household production in Ogun waterside. Three fishing communities were purposively selected which are: Agbalegiyo (26), Ilamo (22) and Iwopin (37) making a total of 85 fishing households. Data were analysed using descriptive statistic... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
