Technology use in sweet potato production, consumption and utilization among households in Southeastern Nigeria

Ezeano, C. I.

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“…Fawole & Rahji, 2017). Many researchers have investigated factors related to the adoption of improved farm practices to include: farmer's age, years of education, years of experience, farm location, farm size, availability of credit, characteristics of the innovation such as relative advantage, compatibility, triability, accessibility, complexity, divisibility, sources of information and number of extension visits (Welsch, 1965;William et al, 1971;Ezeano 2010;Akinnagbe, 2017) Nevertheless, in order to bring the country on the pedestal of self-sufficiency in cocoa production, the use of appropriate technology and innovation cannot be over-emphasized. Thus, the federal government of Nigeria through the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria has mandated various agricultural research institutes in the country to generate technologies and promote innovation towards improving agricultural productivity.…”

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Factors Influencing Farmers’ Adoption of CRIN TC Cocoa Hybrid Technology in Oyo State, Nigeria

Akinwale

Folarin

2018

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Cocoa production in Nigeria has been on a downward trend in recent years. Low productivity from ageing cocoa trees and low technology uptake among the farmers are some of the contributing factors. Efforts are therefore ongoing to introduce cocoa hybrid technology to enhance cocoa farmers’ productivity. This study therefore examines factors influencing adoption of CRIN TC (TC 1- 8) cocoa hybrid technology among cocoa farmers in Oyo state, Nigeria. Using multi-stage sampling procedure, 80 respondents were sampled for the study. A well-structured questionnaire was used to gather information from the farmers. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis. The results revealed that most (83.8%) of the farmers were male with the mean age of 55 years. It also showed that 43.8% of the farmers completed primary education while majority (51.3%) had a household size of 6-10 persons with a mean household size of 5 persons. The study also showed that 80% of the cocoa farmers got their information regarding cocoa hybrid through research institute. It was also found that most of the farmers had high level of adoption. Meanwhile, high cost of agrochemicals was identified as a major constraint toward adoption of CRIN TC (TC 1- 8) cocoa hybrid. Meanwhile, farmers age (β=-0.007) farming experience (β=-0.004) were identified as the factors influencing farmers’ adoption of the cocoa hybrid. Governments at various levels are encouraged to subsidise the price of agrochemicals which was discovered as major constraint to adoption of CRIN TC (TC1-TC8) cocoa hybrid technology.

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Section: Pelita Perkebunan Volume 34 Number 3 December 2018 Editionmentioning

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Factors Influencing Farmers’ Adoption of CRIN TC Cocoa Hybrid Technology in Oyo State, Nigeria

Akinwale

Folarin

2018

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“…The production technology of sweet potatoes involves several key steps. Here is an overview of the process [116][117][118][119]. Growing sweetpotato leaves is relatively straightforward and can be done on a small or large scale.…”

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“…Begin by selecting a suitable site with well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Clear the land of any weeds or crop residues, and plow or till the soil to prepare a suitable seedbed [116][117][118][119]. For leaves, prepare the land by clearing it of weeds and debris.…”

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Sweetpotatoes: The Super Food of the Next Century? An Intensive Review on Their Potential as a Sustainable and Versatile Food Source for Future Generations

Islam

2024

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This review article aims to delve into several aspects of sweetpotatoes and their leaves, including their nutritional composition, health benefits, culinary uses, and potential future implications as a superfood. It suggests an in-depth exploration of sweet potatoes' history, status, and prospects, highlighting their significance and potential economic value. Sweetpotatoes, often referred to as a powerhouse of nutrients, have gained popularity recently due to their remarkable nutritional composition and versatile culinary uses. This starchy root vegetable comes from the Convolvulaceae family and is consumed worldwide, playing a significant role in diverse cultures and cuisines. Besides their vibrant colors ranging from orange to purple, sweetpotatoes offer many health benefits, making them an essential addition to a well-balanced diet. Its extraordinary nutritional profile and numerous health benefits make it a superfood. Incorporating it into the diet can improve digestion, strengthen immunity, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. With their versatility in the kitchen, there is no deficiency of charming and healthy recipes to explore. So, make room for sweet potatoes on your plate and unlock their vast potential to enhance your overall health and well-being. Overall, the future of sweetpotatoes looks bright as research and innovation aim to improve their nutritional value, adapt them to changing climate conditions, develop new varieties and products, and promote sustainable production practices. These developments can contribute to food security, economic growth, and healthier diets. Future research should focus on nutritional composition, health benefits, sustainable farming practices, cultivar development, and industrial applications to ensure sustainable and efficient production. By prioritizing research in these areas, we can enhance the utilization of sweet potatoes in various fields and secure their future for the next century.

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“…The average per capita consumption of sweet potatoes in the United States is only about 1.5-2 kg (3.3-4.4 lb) per year, down from 13 kg (29 lb) in 1920 while it is 7 kg (15 lb) per year in New Zealand (Hartemink et al, 2000;Bourke and Vlassak, 2004). A number of studies exists on sweet potatoes in Nigeria (Odebode et al, 2008;Ezeano, 2010), Kassali, 2011;Ahmad et al, (2014). Odebode et al, 2008 studied the promotion of sweet potato for the food industry in Nigeria.…”

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“…Odebode et al, 2008 studied the promotion of sweet potato for the food industry in Nigeria. Ezeano (2010) examined the sweet potato production, consumption and utilization among households in southeastern Nigeria. Kassali (2011) determined the economics of sweet potato production.…”

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Changing Pattern in Sweet Potato Cultivation in Semi-Arid Environment, Nigeria

Adejuwon¹,

Olawole²,

Adeoye³

2019

Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management

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Sweet potato, an herbaceous perennial vine is a sweet tasting tuberous root vegetable. Its importance lies on its sweetness and nutritional value. The varieties ranged from wild accessions to farmer varieties. In this study, thechanging pattern in sweet potato cultivation in the semi-arid environment in Nigeria is examined. Questionnaire was administered to 450 respondents from 15 agricultural settlements in 15 local governments in the study area, using clustered sampling technique. Data was analyzed using frequency counts, percentage and pairwise t-test. Results show twenty-seven varieties of sweet potatoes were cultivated in the basin, with 19 varieties planted in 1970's and 24 varieties cultivated in 2000's. Farmers no longer plant 3 varieties while 8 varieties were newly introduced. The farmers planting these varieties ranged from 0.2% to 20%. The planting of 7 varieties have reduced while there is an increase in the planting of 9 varieties. White sweet potato was the most popular and widely planted varieties, accounting for 18% and 20% in the 1970's and 2000's respectively. Factors that determine choice of the varieties planted include farmers' choice of sweet potatoes is determined by nutritional value, skin colour, flesh colour, taste, size, personal preference, market value, demand, yield, appearance as well as resistance to pests and diseases. Farmers cultivating sweet potatoes in the basin have increased by 1.4% from 82.3% in 1970's to 83.7% in 2000's. Pairwise t-test showed that there is no significant difference in sweet potatoes varieties cultivated between 1970's and 2000's.

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Technology use in sweet potato production, consumption and utilization among households in Southeastern Nigeria

Abstract: The study was designed to identify the technology used by households in the production

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Factors Influencing Farmers’ Adoption of CRIN TC Cocoa Hybrid Technology in Oyo State, Nigeria

Factors Influencing Farmers’ Adoption of CRIN TC Cocoa Hybrid Technology in Oyo State, Nigeria

Sweetpotatoes: The Super Food of the Next Century? An Intensive Review on Their Potential as a Sustainable and Versatile Food Source for Future Generations

Changing Pattern in Sweet Potato Cultivation in Semi-Arid Environment, Nigeria

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