2017
DOI: 10.31195/ejejfs.351281
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Economic analysis of firewood marketing in Uyo capital city, Akwa, Ibom state, Nigeria

Abstract: This study ascertained the profitability and determining factors influencing firewood marketing in Uyo Capital City. The study used structured questionnaires and interview schedules to collect its data. The questionnaires were randomly administered to 75 firewood traders in the markets (Itam market, Akpan Andem market and Afaha market) being 67% of the population frame. Data obtained were analysed using descriptive statistics, budgetary technique, profitability analysis and regression analysis. The result show… Show more

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“…However, 10.18% (N = 12) of the respondents were also engaged in other livelihood activities such as tailoring, hairdressing, etc. According to Scoones' findings, the large proportion of individuals in the research region who work in agriculture and fishermen is consistent with his findings that wetlands contribute immensely to the livelihoods of millions of people living in its support zone communities as it offers a variety of both tangible and intangible benefits to the people (Jacob et al, 2017;Scoones, 1991;1998).…”
Section: Socioeconomic Characteristics Of Respondentssupporting
confidence: 61%
“…However, 10.18% (N = 12) of the respondents were also engaged in other livelihood activities such as tailoring, hairdressing, etc. According to Scoones' findings, the large proportion of individuals in the research region who work in agriculture and fishermen is consistent with his findings that wetlands contribute immensely to the livelihoods of millions of people living in its support zone communities as it offers a variety of both tangible and intangible benefits to the people (Jacob et al, 2017;Scoones, 1991;1998).…”
Section: Socioeconomic Characteristics Of Respondentssupporting
confidence: 61%