Compound farmers utilization of soil management and improvement practices in the Niger delta area of Nigeria

Abstract

The study investigated compound farmers utilization of soil management and improvement practices in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria. One hundred and eight respondents who were selected using systematic sampling technique were involved in the study. Structured questionnaire and interview schedule were used to collect data from respondents. Data analysis was by the use of frequency, percentage and ordinary least square multiple regression. It was found that majority of the respondents practice mixed cropping slash and burn, combined fertilizer application as soil improvement measures. Significant and positive relationships were found between age, indigene, farming experience, source of information and utilization of soil management and improvement practices, while a negative though significant relationship was found between education and utilization of soil improvement practices.


Key words: Compound farmers


[JEXT Vol.3 2002: 89-92]