IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

International Journal of Agriculture and Earth Science (IJAES )

E- ISSN 2489-0081
P- ISSN 2695-1894
VOL. 9 NO. 5 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56201/ijaes.v9.no5.2023.pg1.14

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Assessment of Maize Storage Techniques Utilized by Small- Scale Farmers in Anambra State, Nigeria

Nenna, M.G, Osegbue, E.G, and Ojiako-Chigozie, C.G

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Abstract

The study accessed maize storage techniques utilized by small-scale farmers in Anambra State, Nigeria, due to lack of modern and appropriate storage technologies for grains. The specific objectives includes; socio-economic characteristics; methods of storage techniques; reasons for storing; effects of socio-economic factors on maize revenue; and challenges faced by the respondents. Multi- stage sampling techniques were employed to select sample size of 120 respondents. Primary data were collected through the use of questionnaire and interview schedule. Data obtained were analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics. The results revealed that 65.8% were female, 67.5% married, 80.0% were literate, and annual income of N511.13. 80.0% stored maize in cribs and identified household consumption and increased income as their major reasons for storing maize. The regression analysis indicated a significant and positive relationship between total revenue and storage cost at 1% and 5% probability levels. The factors that constrained the respondents includes; pests and insects (m=2.92); lack of modern method and management (m=2.83); and lack of extension agents (m=2.75) The study suggests that the maize storage farmers should be encouraged to reduce pests and diseases, trained and motivated to use modern storage facilities. Finally, extension agents should sit-up to its responsibilities in the dissemination of useful information to maize farmers.

keywords:

Assessment, Maize, Storage, Techniques, Farmers, Anambra, Nigeria

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