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Introduction of Assessment of Value Chain Information Sources in Pig Production in Edo and Delta States, Nigeria
examine socio-economic characteristics of cocoyam farmers in the study area;
identify cocoyam production technologies introduced to farmers by ADP, and through what information source;
determine the level of adoption of information;
determine the attitude of farmers towards information received; and
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identify constraints faced by respondents in adopting cocoyam technologies.
HYPOTHESIS
The hypothesis of the study is stated in the null form as follows:
There is no significant difference between respondents, socio-economic characteristics and frequency of seeking information, technology utilization, awareness and adoption of cocoyam technologies.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This study is importance because its recommendation will be useful to government, policy makers, ADP, farmers individuals and researchers in areas of decision making and implementation with regard to cocoyam farmer’s perception on technologies utilization, sourcing and adoption. It will be a source of empirical data on level of technology utilization, hence, it enrich database of cocoyam production in Edo State, Nigeria.
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