Article Sidebar
Published:
May 1, 2025Keywords:
Article Details
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
NAJ supports free online communication and exchange of knowledge as the most effective way of ensuring that the fruits of research and development practice are made widely available. It is therefore committed to open access, which, for authors, enables the widest possible dissemination of their findings and, for readers, increases their ability to discover pertinent information. The Journal adopts and uses the CC: BY license and is open access. This license lets others distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon your work, even commercially, as long as they credit you for the original creation. Authors are able to enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of the Journal’s published version of the work (e.g., post it to an institutional repository or publish it in a book), with an acknowledgement of its initial publication in this journal. Authors are permitted and encouraged to post their work online (e.g., in institutional repositories or on their website) prior to and during the submission process, as it can lead to productive exchanges, as well as earlier and greater citation of published work. Copyright for articles published in this Journal is retained by the Journal.
Main Article Content
Assessment of Agro-Allied Industries on Arable Crop Farmers in Ijaye Orile Area of Oyo State
Abstract
The study assesses the effect of agro-allied industries on arable farmers. The research aimed to uncover the socio-economic characteristics of respondents, the services provided by agro-allied industries, their social impact on farmers, and the constraints respondents face in accessing these services. The study focuses on Ijaye Orile in Akinyele Local Government Area, Oyo State, with a target population of arable farmers. A random sample of 80 respondents was selected for data collection through well-structured questionnaires and personal interviews. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Chi-square, and Pearson Product Correlation at 5 percent significance level. Results demonstrated that socio-demographic characteristics reveal a majority of female respondents, and the population primarily comprises individuals aged 31–40 years, married, and with tertiary education. Monthly income distribution reflects financial challenges, with 40% earning less than 10,000 Naira. Furthermore, the types of services provided by agro-allied industries are examined, indicating that training, advisory services, and technical assistance play significant roles. The study identifies constraints faced by arable farmers, such as a lack of information, inadequate farmland, and weather problems. The research tested two hypotheses. The hypothesis reveals significant differences in agro-allied service utilization based on gender, education level, and age. There was a significant relationship between agro-allied services and specific services provided, such as training and advice on seed quality. The conclusion emphasizes the engagement between agro-allied industries and arable farmers and the need for extension agents to enhance farmer education and information dissemination. Recommendations include enlightening farmers on agro-allied services' benefits, providing access to training programs, improving information dissemination, and ensuring government funding support for the agricultural sector. The study contributes valuable insights for policymakers, extension agents, and stakeholders to enhance the agro-allied sector's impact on arable farmers in the study area.
