Published March, 2024
The document provides a situational analysis of the Day-Old Chicks (DOCs) value chain in Oyo State, Nigeria, with a focus on policy reform. It highlights challenges such as weak regulatory control, high operating costs, and overlapping roles of regulatory bodies, while also identifying opportunities for growth. The study recommends clearer policy guidelines, better collaboration among stakeholders, and improved regulatory enforcement to enhance the industry’s efficiency and sustainability.
Determinants of Profitability Among Agricultural Equipment Fabricators in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Published January, 2024
The document examines the determinants of profitability among agricultural equipment fabricators in Oyo State, Nigeria. It analyzes factors influencing profitability, including business registration, credit access, and labor type, using gross margin analysis and regression models. The study highlights challenges such as limited access to financial support and regulatory frameworks, recommending policy interventions to enhance productivity and profitability in the sector.
Food Demand Responses to Global Prices Shocks: Contrasts in Sub-National Evidence from Nigeria.
Published 2024
The document analyzes food demand responses to global price shocks, particularly those caused by the Russia-Ukraine war, using sub-national evidence from Nigeria. It estimates household-level demand elasticities for food categories such as grains and edible oils, highlighting regional and income-based variations in consumption patterns. The study emphasizes the need for targeted food and nutrition interventions to mitigate the effects of global price fluctuations on vulnerable populations.
Published 2023
The document analyzes climate-smart agricultural (CSA) practices in Nigeria, focusing on their role in enhancing food security and climate change adaptation across different agroecological zones. It examines the effectiveness of CSA strategies such as improved seed varieties, irrigation, and organic fertilizers, using data from the Living Standard Measurement Study – Integrated Survey on Agriculture (LSMS-ISA). The study highlights variations in adoption rates, the impact of climate change on crop yields, and the need for region-specific policy interventions to improve agricultural resilience.
Effects of Government Policies on the Poultry Subsector in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Published 2023
The document examines the effects of government policies on the poultry subsector in Oyo State, Nigeria, through stakeholder perspectives. It analyzes the impact of policies such as the maize importation ban, poultry product import restrictions, and the Anchor Borrowers Programme on production, pricing, and value chain dynamics. The study highlights both positive and negative outcomes, emphasizing the need for phased and inclusive policy implementation to support sustainable poultry production.
Household Food Insecurity and Cooking Energy Access in Nigeria: A Panel Data Approach.
Published 2023
The document analyzes the relationship between household food insecurity and access to cooking energy in Nigeria using panel data. It finds that households using clean cooking energy (LPG, electricity) have more diverse diets and lower food insecurity compared to those relying on biomass fuels (firewood, charcoal). The study highlights the need for policies promoting clean energy access to improve food security and health outcomes.
Oyo and Kaduna States Maize Farmers’ Perception of Selected Agricultural Policies in Nigeria.