Socioeconomic Determinants of African Yam Bean (<i>Sphenostylis stenocarpa</i>) Production among Smallholder Crop Farmers in Ekiti State, Nigeria
Samuel Olorunfemi Baiyeri,
Taofeeq Ade Amusa,
Victor-Sunday Samuel
Abstract:The study examined socioeconomic determinants of African yam bean production among smallholder crop farmers in Ekiti State. Using a structured questionnaire and interview schedule, data were collected from sampled 120 farmers. Data were analysed using percentages, charts and OLS multiple regression analysis. The results showed that agricultural extension agents (85.0%) and fellow farmers or cooperatives (61.7%) are the prominent sources of farm-related information on AYB production. The result of the regres… Show more
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