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Title:Socio-economic determinants of turkey production among Nigerian soldiers
Authors:Mbanasor, J.A.
Sampson, Amao
Year:2004
Periodical:Discovery and Innovation (ISSN 1015-079X)
Volume:16
Issue:3-4
Period:December
Pages:149-156
Language:English
Notes:biblio. refs.
Geographic terms:Nigeria
West Africa
Subjects:poultry
armed forces
poverty
Agriculture, Agronomy, Forestry
Turkeys
Economic and social development
External link:https://www.ajol.info/index.php/dai/article/view/15671
Abstract:The socioeconomic situation in Nigeria has given rise to increased agricultural activities not only among the civilian population but also among the members of the Nigerian Army. According to the World Bank, poverty in Nigeria has increased dramatically, with 66 percent of the population living below the National Poverty line, compared with 43 percent in 1992. This has socioeconomic implications for the Nigerian Army as well. As a result, many soldiers have resorted to selected agricultural enterprises, especially turkey production, as a way of alleviating the economic situation. A total of 60 soldiers covering all the ranks and file of the Nigerian Army were randomly selected from the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army. Four barracks were purposely selected due to their interests in turkey production. The barracks include Eburutu Barracks Calabar, Abakpa -Enugu, Zamani lekwot cantonment PH and 82-Division Records, Abakaliki. Data generated were analysed using regression analysis, benefit-cost ratio, and descriptive statistics. The major factors that enhanced turkey production among soldiers were income and previous farming experience. The enterprise was not only profitable but also viable. Efforts should be made to encourage more soldiers to embrace this enterprise. Bibliogr., sum. in English and French. [Journal abstract]
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