Analysis of Economic Efficiency of Cassava Farmers in Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Damian I. Agom
Agric Economics and Extension
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Cassava is a crucial staple crop in Nigeria, yet farmers often face challenges in achieving optimal profitability. The study analyzed the economic efficiency of cassava farmers in Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to; describe the socio-economi... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Turmeric Powder Treated Diets on Physiological Performance and Haemato-biochemical Parameters of West African Dwarf Bucks
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This study investigated the effect of graded levels of Turmeric powder diet on physiological performance and haemato-biochemical parameters of West African Dwarf Buck (WAD). Thirty (30) WAD bucks were randomly assigned to five treatments (A, B, C, D and E) in a completely randomized design for a... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Home Gardening Practices, Benefits and Constraints among University Lecturers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Maria I. Akpan, Jemimah T. Ekanem, Idaresit U. Umoh, Bode C.E Abosede, Aquila I. Etim
Agric Economics and Extension
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The study examined home gardening practices, benefits, and constraints among lecturers in Akwa Ibom State University, Nigeria. A two-stage sampling technique was used to select 131 respondents, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were e... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Interactive Effect of Sex and Genotype on the Carcass Characteristics of Nigerian Purebred and F2 Upgrades
Jessie E. Udoh
Animal Science
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The study evaluated interactive effect of sex by genotype on carcass traits in Nigerian purebred, F1 crosses and F2 upgrade genotypes of Nigerian Chicken raised at T&R Farm in FUNAAB. The genotypes were: Nigerian Indigenous Normal feathered (N), Frizzle-feathered (Fz) and Naked neck (Nk) chickens... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Commercial Feed and On-Farm Formulated Feed on the Gut Microbiota of Broiler Chickens
Wayebo H. Kehinde, Sophie Stephen, Rahab S. Makama, Collins U. Idachaba
Animal Science
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The poultry industry plays a significant role in global meat production, with broiler chickens being crucial due to their efficient feed-to-meat conversion. The study investigated how commercial feeds and on-farm formulated feeds affected the gut microbiota composition of broiler chickens during ... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Sex-Age Interactions, Carcass Characteristics, and Logarithmic Regression Modelling in Broiler Chickens
Idorenyin M. Sam, Jemimah T. Ekanem, Akaninyene F. Udo
Animal Science
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This study investigated the effects of sex and age on morphometric traits, carcass characteristics, and the accuracy of logarithmic regression models for predicting body weight from body measurements in Ross 308 broiler chickens. Two hundred 4 week-old chicks (100 males and 100 females) were rea... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Strain and Stocking Density on Body Weight and Heat Tolerance Traits of Broiler Chickens
Emmanuel Ibebugwu, Dauda Gambo, Kingsley O. Idahor, Iliya Mallam
Animal Science
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of strain and stocking density on heat tolerance of broiler chickens. A total of 318-day-old broiler chicks of two commercial strains, Cobb 500 and Ross 308, were used in a 2 x 2 factorial experiment arranged in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD)... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Socio-Economic Determinants Influencing Artisanal Fishers’ Household Food Security in Ogun Water Side Local Government Area of Ogun State
Oyebamiji B. Adebayo, Ojebiyi W. Gbenga, Oyetade O. Patricia, Joshua Yila, Atilade B. Stephen, Sodiya C. Ibironke, Olaoye O. Jacob, Babalola T. Ayomide, Okunade J. Adewole, Akintobi E. Temitope
Agric Economics and Extension
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Nigeria is blessed with abundant natural and fishery resources, but fish-catching activities are mostly done with crude tools. This results in relatively low fish catches and increased household food insecurity. The study examined socio-economic determinants influencing artisanal fishers’ househo... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Profitability of Small-scale Swamp Rice Production in Ini Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Ubokudom E. Okon
Agric Economics and Extension
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Smallholder rice farmers especially in the southern parts of Nigeria are still depending on traditional farming techniques. These crude techniques often led to lack of profit, inefficiencies, low productivity and food insecurity. Rice is a staple food that is of high demand by many Nigerian hous... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
