O. Igbinidu

This study investigated the effect of wetland conditions on cassava production in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. The objectives were to examine the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers, compare the costs and returns between wetland and arable land farmers, assess technical efficiency, evaluate yield differences, and identify coping strategies used to manage environmental challenges. Primary data were collected from 96 cassava farmers selected through a multistage sampling procedure across four wetland and four arable land communities. A structured questionnaire was administered, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis, stochastic frontier production function, and t-tests to compare profitability, yield, and efficiency across both farming environments. The results showed that cassava production was profitable in both environments but significantly more profitable in arable land areas. Arable land farmers earned higher average
profit (₦490,438.60) than wetland farmers (₦150,583.63), and also recorded higher mean yields (2,279 kg compared to 1,413.4 kg). Technical efficiency was similar for both groups, with mean scores of 0.629 (wetland) and 0.632 (arable land). The study further revealed that wetland farmers face challenges such as flooding, high weed pressure, and higher production costs, prompting coping strategies like off-farm income, livestock rearing, and cooperative membership.

This study was carried out to analyse fresh fish marketing in Benin Metropolis. The specific objectives are to; describe the socio-economic characteristics of fresh fish marketers in the study area; ascertain the marketing Chanel for fresh fish in Benin Metropolis; estimate the profitability of fresh fish marketing in the study area and
identify the challenges confronting fresh fish marketing in the study area. A three stage sampling procedure was used in the study. The final stage involved the use of simple random sampling technique in the selection of 72 respondents. Both primary
and secondary data were used in the study. Primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire through field survey and interview schedule. The collected data were measured and analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation. Profitability was analyzed using Gini coefficient and market margin while the hypothesis was analyzed using multiple regression. The results showed that majority (73.6%) of the marketers were female and 42 years old. The results also indicated that most (77.8%) of the marketers were married, with Primary School living certificate and 5 persons within household. The results indicated that 84.93% of the marketers had marketing experience of 2 to 11 years, majority (55.6%) of marketers are not member of cooperative society and 77.8% are full time marketer. The total margin was 178519.1781 and marketing margin was N154741.54. The results showed that there was a negative and significant relationship between marketing experience and fresh fish marketing at 10% level of probability. The results also showed that contact with extension agent has a positive and significant influence on fresh fish marketing in the study area. The challenges confronting fresh fish marketing is shown in Table 4.5.

Cassava production remains a major source of livelihood and food security for households in Nigeria. However, farmers in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State continue to experience socioeconomic, institutional, and environmental challenges that affect their productivity and capacity to cope with shocks. This study assessed the profitability of cassava farming in the area and examined the resilience level of farming households. Data were collected from 95 cassava farmers using a structured questionnaire and analyzed with descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis, a resilience index, and a multiple regression model. Cost and return analysis showed that cassava farming generated a total revenue of ₦231,074.80, with a gross margin of ₦222,003.04. Farmers spent ₦9,071.76 on variable inputs and ₦129,931.36 on fixed costs, resulting in a total production cost of ₦139,003.12 and a profit of ₦92,071.68. A return on investment of 1.66 indicates that farmers not only recovered their costs but also made a positive financial gain. Processing accounted for the highest proportion of variable costs, followed by expenditure on bags, planting materials, and fertilizer. Resilience analysis showed moderate resilience in access to loans/grants, extension services, and cooperative membership (0.50 each). Asset ownership and market access presented fairly good resilience scores (0.33), while coping mechanisms were weak (0.25). The composite resilience index of 0.403 placed the majority of households in the “fairly resilient” category, with 47.37% classified as resilient and 52.63% as non-resilient. Logistic regression revealed that annual income (p = 0.007) and household size (p = 0.014) significantly improved household resilience, while age and sex had no significant effect. The model explained 67.7% of the variation in resilience (Adjusted R² = 0.677). Major production challenges included poor road networks, high input costs, pest and disease infestations, unstable government policies, limited credit access, theft, and inadequate production resources. The study concludes that cassava farming is profitable but constrained by poor infrastructure and weak coping capacities. It recommends enhancing farmers' access to credit, improving rural road networks, strengthening extension service delivery, and providing subsidized inputs to boost resilience and profitability

Oil palm seedling production is a critical component of Nigeria’s agricultural economy, particularly in Edo State, where it supports rural livelihoods and contributes to national income. This study evaluated the economics of oil palm seedling production in Ovia North-East Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria. Specifically, it examined the socio-economic characteristics of producers, estimated production costs and returns, identified factors influencing revenue, and assessed constraints faced by farmers. A multi-stage sampling procedure was employed to select 100 respondents from five oil palm seedling-producing communities. Primary data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics, budgetary analysis, and multiple regression. Results revealed that the majority of producers were male (61%), middle-aged (50% aged 21–40 years), and educated (94% had at least primary education). The average household size was 5 members, and most farmers operated small-scale farms (55% cultivated 0.5–1 hectare). Total production cost averaged ₦401,867.27, with land rent (₦109,558.82) and fertilizer (₦55,655.13) as major expenses. The enterprise proved profitable, generating a gross margin of ₦588,325.60 and a return on investment (ROI) of 1.464. Regression analysis indicated that seed cost (r = 4.65, p < 0.001) and fertilizer cost (r = 4.85, p < 0.001) significantly enhanced revenue, explaining 61.5% of variability (R² = 0.615). Key constraints included inadequate finance (100% of respondents), high transportation costs (99%), irregular input supply (99%), labor shortages (98%), and land tenure issues (99%).

The main aim of this study was to examine the economics of rural households broiler meat consumption pattern in Ovia North-east Local Government Area Of Edo state, Nigeria. Specifically to describe the socio-economic characteristics of households in
the study area, examine household broiler meat form consumption preference of respondents, examine households preferred meat substitute consumption pattern in the study area, estimate the expenditure on broiler meat in the study area, examine
factors affecting demand for broiler meat and identify constraints facing the demand for broilers. A two-stage sampling method was used to select one hundred and twenty households for this research. Descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentage and mean score was used in this study. Findings of the study shows that majority of households respondents were men. A
change in the price of broiler meat will lead to a change in quantity demanded. The results shows that for every ₦1 spent on meat 37 kobo is spent on broiler meat. Change in the income of the consumer will also lead to a change in quantity
demanded. It can be concluded that male respondents are more in the study area, broiler meat is one of the most consumed meat in the study area. Quantity demanded of broiler meatVIII is highly dependent on consumers income, price of broiler meat and healthy benefits of broiler meat.