Assessment of the role of farmers associations in enhancing access to agricultural credit for smallholder crop farmers in Bayelsa State, Nigeria

This study assesses the crucial role played by farmers associations in facilitating access to agricultural credit for smallholder crop farmers in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Collection of primary data from 150 members of MAAN- Maize Association of Nigeria and 150 non-members both randomly selected from 3 intentionally selected Local Government Areas (Yenagoa, Sagbama and Ogbia), Utilizing […]

Physical, chemical and some trace metal analysis of Ugbogui River, Edo State, Nigeria

The physical, chemical parameters and some trace metals of Ugbogui in Edo State, Nigeria were investigated from August 2015 to April 2016. Four stations were studied from upstream to downstream using standard methods. A total of thirty-three (33) physical and chemical characteristics and trace metal contents were examined; Air and water temperatures, depth, transparency, colour, […]

Assessment of youth Perception and Participation in Agriculture in Delta State, Nigeria

The youth constitute an important and dynamic segment of any nation. Hence, their roles in agriculture are very important. This study ascertained youth perception and participation in agriculture in Delta State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to determine the youth’s perception of farming as an occupation, ascertain the level of youth participation in farming activities, […]

Prevalence and Risk Factor of Intestinal Helminthiasis and Lymphatic Filariasis (Elephantiasis) Co-Infections in Idumuje-Unor Community, Delta State, Nigeria

This study was undertaken to ascertain the prevalence and risk factors for intestinal helminthiasis and lymphatic filariasis co-infection in Idumuje-Unor, a rural community in Delta State. Sedimentation and formalin ethyl acetate concentration was carried out for the determination of helminth eggs in the stool samples. The Filarial Test Strip (AlereTM) and rapid diagnosis test were […]

Implications of terrorism/farmers-herders conflicts on small-scale maize farmers in Agatu local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria

This paper examined the implications of terrorism/farmers-herders conflict on small-scale maize farmers in Agatu LGA of Benue state. The responses collected from the questionnaire distributed were analyzed using the multiple regressions model, independent sampled t-test and Spearman’s correlation coefficient. The R2 shows the extent to which the socio-economic characteristics predict the output of maize production […]

Detergents and degreasers toxicity on Escherichia coli in marine water from Akwa Ibom, Nigeria

Uncontrolled detergent and degreaser release into water bodies and cultivated soil usually results in poor life productivity in various habitats causing significant ecological and economic problems. The research assessed the toxicity of detergents – Biological toilet cleanser (BTC) and Teepol; degreasers – Rigwash and Aquabreak on Escherichia coli in marine water. Percentage log survival was […]

Assessment of nutritional qualities of palm weevil larvae from Elaeis guineensis Jacq and Raphia ferinifera (Gaertn.) Hyl.) in Amukpe, Delta State, Nigeria

This study was carried out to assess the nutritional qualities of the larva of Rhynchophorus phoenicis collected from rot oil palm trees (Elaeis guineensis Jacq) and Raphia palm trees (Raphia farinifera (Gaertn.) Hyl.) at Amukpee, Delta State, Nigeria. Samples of fresh Rhynchophorus phoenicis larvae collected at different locations in the study area were subjected to […]

Herbicides perception and utilization among cassava farmers in Delta State, Nigeria

Over the years, herbicides have been widely used by farmers to control weeds in their farms. However, this study ascertained herbicides’ perception and utilisation among cassava farmers in delta state, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to: ascertain farmers knowledge about herbicide usage, ascertain cassava farmers perception of herbicide, determine cassava farmers level of herbicide utilisation; […]

The impact of socio-economic activities of rural dwellers on forest resources in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria

The socio-economic profile and activities of forest occupants on wise-use of forest resources in Idumuje-Ugboko Forest Reserve (IUFR) in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State was examined. Sampling techniques (purposive, and multistage) were used to acquire information from 120 respondents with the aid of structured questionnaire and oral interview. Data generated were analyzed […]

Propagation of Pterocarpus erinaceus Poir. seeds from four vegetation zones of Nigeria, using different pre-sowing treatments and sowing media

Pterocarpus erinaceus Poir. is a tree species of the family Leguminonaseae distributed across West and Central Africa. The surging demand for its wood has hampered its natural regeneration in Nigeria. Effects of pre-sowing treatments and soil media on the germination of its seeds were examined using stratified random sampling. Seeds were sourced from Guineo-Sudanian savanna, […]