Jemimah Timothy Ekanem

Akwa Ibom State University · Department of Agricultural Economics and Resources Management

The study analyzed gender differentials in the perceived effects of Coronavirus pandemic on farming household food security in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study described the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents, determined the gender perceived effects of coronavirus pandemic on food security among the respondents, exami...

This study analyzed gender-based technical efficiency of oil palm farmers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used in the selection of the sample size. A total of 180 oil palm farmers were selected. Data were collected using structured questionnaire, Focus Group Discussion and participatory observation. Data collected we...

The study focused on how farming communities cope with the COVID-19 pandemic in Akwa Ibom State. Specifically, how farmers are affected by the pandemic, their coping strategies, contributions of extension service towards their adaptation, and the support they need to better adapt to the pandemic were examined. A multistage sampling procedure was us...

The study examined the major dimensions of domestic abuse predisposing factors as well as attitudinal dispositions of farmers towards domestic abuse in Etinan agricultural zone, Akwa Ibom State. It also examined the perceived incidence of identified factors in triggering domestic abuse in the zone. Again, it examined the farmers' attitudinal dispos...

Women farmers remain a vital segment of the rural population and create critical links between the present generation of farmers and the future. The rationale for more studies on the issues of their wellbeing is anchored on the sustained development of approaches that give a better understanding of the phenomenon. This study examined the multidimen...

The study assessed the performance of Agricultural extension workers to deliver services during the Covid-19 pandemic in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used in selecting 192 respondents comprising 42 extension workers and 150 farmers. Data were collected on the services delivered by agricultural extension workers bef...

The agricultural undergraduate curriculum in Nigeria was restructured by the introduction of a practical year program (PYP) for students. This study investigated Students' perspectives, constraints, and strategies for enhancing PYP, as well as the impact of PYP on future career choices. A standardized questionnaire was used to obtain data from stud...

The moisture content of prawns is reduced by drying to a level that inhibits mould growth and microbial infestation, hence reducing microbiological degradation. The purpose of the research was to optimize the process parameters during prawn convective drying. To get minimum moisture content, moisture content (MC) was quantitatively examined through...

The study examined the attitude of farmers towards Covid-19 vaccination in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District of Akwa Ibom State. The objectives of the study were to assess the respondents' awareness level of vaccines and vaccination as well as examine the attitude of the respondents toward the Covid-19 vaccination. The multi-stage sampling procedure...

The paper assessed the reproductive health information needs among rural women in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A total sample size of 240 rural women were selected from the rural communities in the state. Data were collected with the use of questionnaire and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The main reproductive health informatio...

For their livelihood activities, rural farming communities depend more on extractive capital. Their capacity to cultivate sufficiently for their family maintenance is greatly impeded by the absence of either temperature or rainfall quantity pattern or uniformity. The divergent effects of recent extreme weather events around the world, including wit...

The study investigated the production potentials and capacity building needs of small-holder cocoyam farmers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria during the 2018 cropping season. Data were randomly collected from 130 respondents selected through a multi-stage sampling procedure using questionnaire and analysed using descriptive statistics, net returns model...

This work reflects the extraction process of oil and pectin from grape peels using a response surface method in which a central composite rotatable design of 2 5 and 3 5 was used for the two extractions. Output temperatures (80–100°C) and heating times (5–9 hours) were used for oil extraction, while (80 -100o C) and heating times (20 – 60 minute...

This study was carried out to assess ownership and utilization of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) by agricultural extension agents in North Central, Nigeria. Multistage sampling procedure involving purposive and simple random sampling techniques were employed in selecting 450 Extension Agents used for the study. Primary data were coll...

The study examined consumers' perception and acceptability of local rice brands produced, processed and packaged in Akwa Ibom State. The target population for the study comprised all the local rice consumers in the various households of the study area. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used in selecting 340 respondents for the study. Data were c...

Consolidating on farmers’ agro-ecological knowledge to design environmental-friendly agricultural systems is crucial given the environmental impact of commercial agriculture. The study aimed at assessing the awareness level of the respondents on biodiversity conservation, their biodiversity conservation information source(s), respondents’ informati...

The study analysed gender roles in climate change adaptation among arable crop farmers in Abak agricultural zone of Akwa Ibom State. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 120 respondents for the study. Percentages, cross tabulation with Chi-square were used to specifically analyse the level of involvement of male and female arable cro...

This study determined crop farmers' post-harvest behaviour as a model for future behaviour in response to climatic changes in the Cross River floodplains. In the study, prevailing climate variability experienced by the farmers in the study area were identified; extent of adoption of climate-smart post-harvest technologies by farmers in the study ar...

The study assessed the effectiveness of the Integrated Farmers' Scheme (IFS) initiated and managed by Akwa Ibom State government in the South-South region of Nigeria. It specifically examined the relevance of the scheme, its impacts/outcome on the beneficiaries' livelihood and wellbeing, its level of sustainability as well as the constraints faced...

The study investigated rural youth empowerment and participation in integrated farmers' scheme of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It described the socioeconomic characteristics of the participating youths, their level of participation, and ascertained the extent of success of the project to the beneficiaries. Primary data were used in the study. Response...

This study examined the effect of formative evaluation modes on secondary school agricultural science students’ learning outcomes in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It was a pre-test and post-test quasi-experimental/control group research that relied on multi-stage sampling technique in the selection of respondents. Five (5) instruments developed an...

The Paper assessed self-efficacy of secondary school agricultural science towards climate-friendly farming. It specifically examined the influence that attitude towards climate-friendly farming, knowledge of climate change and ownership of household farms could have on the climate-friendly farming self-efficacy of the respondents. Correlation analy...

The relevance of Fadama III Agricultural project in empowering participants effectively and ensuring rural development has continued to draw mixed feelings. An expo facto research type based on survey research approach was used in this study to assess beneficiaries’ perception of the effectiveness of Fadama III project implementation in Akwa Ibom S...

Agricultural extension services in Akwa Ibom State has been one of the main components for promotion of transfer and exchange of information that can be converted into functional knowledge for increased agricultural production, one of the reasons for their ineffectiveness is overloading the major roles that women who are the main contributors in ag...

he study examined the preferred communication source in accessing HIV/AIDS messages by farmers in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Data were collected from 105 farm households across four clans of Uyo Local Government Area. Data were obtained using structured questionnaire and analyzed using both descriptive and inferential st...

This study was conducted to determine the awareness and utilization levels of organic farming practices by arable crop farmers in Abak Zone of Akwa Ibom State Agricultural Development Programme (AKADEP), Nigeria. A total of 160 arable crop farmers were selected using a multistage sampling technique. Primary data were gathered through the use of a s...

Competency in skill acquisition training programmes introduced into educational institutions could be an effective strategy for poverty reduction in developing economies. Relating these training programmes to the situational contexts of beneficiaries has been very elusive in the literature. Using the descriptive and relational survey design, this s...

ABSTRACT This study assessed causes of child labour in the Oron fishing Community of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Two -stage sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents for the study. Data were collected using structured interview schedule and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistical tools. Findings showthat50.83% of the respo...

The study examined the capability of gnetum africanum production for improved livelihood and sustainable development among rural farmers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Data were obtained from 120 gnetum farmers using multi-stage sampling procedure, and analysed using descriptive statistics and budgeting technique. Results showed that 61.7% of produce...

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Abstract The study evaluated the effectiveness of delegated approach to agricultural extension practice. It identified the stakeholders of the approach to development of extension practice; identified related constraints to effectiveness of delegated appro...

The study examined the effectiveness of communication channels used by extension agents in Akwa Ibom State in sustainable agricultural development. A hypothesis was generated to guide the study. Random sampling technique was used and 70 Extension agents across the 8 extension blocks (five local government areas) in Ikot Ekpene zone were the respond...

This study examined the factors that influenced the effectiveness of Shell Petroleum Development Company’s funded agricultural projects in the Niger Delta. It determined the level of performance of agricultural projects executed by Shell between 2004 and 2008 and identified factors that influenced their effectiveness. This study used primary data,...

Major dimensions of benefits and constraints of ICTs utilization among cassava farmers in Uyo agricultural zone were assessed in this study. A multi-stage sampling method was used to select 100 respondents for the study. The study relied on primary data gathered through the use of well designed and validated questionnaire. Factor analysis technique...

The study examined the accessibility and utilization of ICT among cassava farmers in Uyo Agricultural Zone of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study identified the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers, examined the type of ICT tools available to them, examined the level of accessibility to ICT and examined the extent of util...

The study investigated information sourcing situation surrounding crop farmers in Abak agricultural zone of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Specifically, effective and responsive media sources were mapped in terms of availability, preference and Constraints to use among crop farmers in the study area. A multi-stage sampling technique was used in the sele...

This paper investigated factors influencing the utilization of agricultural extension technologies by yam farmers in Yakurr Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State, Nigeria. Multi-stage random sampling technique was used to select one hundred and fifty yam farmers from five wards (strata) in Yakurr LGA. Primary data were gathered through t...

The rich alluvial soil of the delta coupled with copious web of fish and salt water bodies provide the necessary incentives for the people of Niger Delta of Nigeria, who are predominantly farmers and fishers. The ecological devastation occasioned by oil exploration has rendered farming and fishing which are the main occupations of the rural people...

The study assessed the impact of Shell Petroleum Development Company’s (SPDC) sustainable community development (SCD) approach to interventions in the Niger Delta region. It specifically assessed performance of projects implemented through SCD approach against projects’ objectives and also assessed projects impact on livelihood activities of the be...

This study mapped the outcomes of the agricultural intervention based on resultant effectiveness and functionality of capacity building process in SPDC’s agricultural intervention programme in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select forty-eight (48) respondents for the study. Semi-structured questionnair...

The study assessed effectiveness of SPDC's agricultural intervention in Niger Delta communities of Nigeria. It examined the socioeconomic characteristics of beneficiaries; determined the level of performance of agricultural intervention and assessed the impact of agricultural intervention on the wellbeing of beneficiaries. Multi-stage sampling tech...

Over the last ten years, every farming season is faced with change in climatic and environmental conditions and these changes influence the decisions of farmers, who depend on its clemencies for meaningful productivity. In order to have an understanding of the nature and frequency of occurrence of the climatic changes in this region, the experience...

The study examined the socio-cultural factors that influenced the performance of Shell Petroleum Development Company's agricultural projects in the Niger Delta. The paper determined the level of performance of agricultural projects executed between 2004 and 2008 and identified factors that influenced their performance. The study used primary data f...

This study examined the factors that influenced the effectiveness of Shell Petroleum Development Company's funded agricultural projects in the Niger Delta. It determined the level of performance of agricultural projects executed by Shell between 2004 and 2008 and identified factors that influenced their effectiveness. This study used primary data,...

The study focused on fish marketer's perceptions of their extension needs in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria. The study aimed at the determination of the general status of and identification of the significant extension needs of respondents. Stratified random sampling was utilized to select 120 fresh and dried fish marketers. Factorial analysis revealed...

The major objective of the study was to analyze the impact of policies on capture fishery in Nigeria (1970-2000). The specific objectives were to assess the performance of capture fishery under different policy regimes; to identify factors that influence capture fishery output; and to draw policy implications of the Central Bank of Nigeria namely,...