Modern Technologies and Wetland Farming in Edo State, Nigeria

Author: C.C. Aghanenu Department of Economics College of Management and Social Sciences Novena University, Ogume Delta State

Abstract:
The objective of this paper is to investigate how farmers in wetland (FADAMA) farmer areas in Edo State respond to modern technologies. Data were sourced from both primary and secondary sources and analyzed using frequency tables, percentages and mean statistical technologies. The results of the analyses reveal that the farmers are disposed to adopt FADAMA technologies based in there with literacy rate. FADAMA projects represent a more recent approach of Federal Government to increase agricultural production in the country. The objectives of the FADAMA project include the provision of support for water management systems is low lying flood plains so that farming activities can go on, particularly in the season, improve output and enhance farmers’ income.

Keywords:Technologies and Wetland farming.

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International Journal of Trade & Commerce (Vol: 3 Issue:1)