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Gender dimensions in the local chicken value chain in northern Uganda

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  • I. Akite
  • I. P. Aryemo
  • E. K. Kule
  • B. Mugonola
  • D. R. Kugonza
  • M. W. Okot

Abstract

The study was conducted to explore gender dimensions in the local chicken value chain in northern Uganda. Specifically, it focused on characterizing local chicken value chain actors, ascertaining level and determinants of gender participation as well as relationships between gender, access and control over income from local chicken enterprises. Primary data were collected using structured questionnaires administered in a cross-sectional survey of 200 randomly selected local chicken value chain actors. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 10 and StataSE 13 software from which simplified gross margins, descriptive statistics, correlations and a Logit regression model were estimated. Results revealed that majority of value chain actors were aged 20–48 years and males were dominant across most segments in the value chain. Men participated more in input supply, house construction, marketing and barbequing while women participated in production and stewing local chickens. Among actors, processors (UGX 1,911,274) and farmers (UGX 159,691) had the highest and least annual gross margin respectively. The Logit model revealed that age, education level, marital status and income control positively influenced (Pr = 0.00) gender participation. Men had more control over income than women. An engendered innovation platform could be established for training and empowerment of local chicken value chain actors.

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  • I. Akite & I. P. Aryemo & E. K. Kule & B. Mugonola & D. R. Kugonza & M. W. Okot, 2018. "Gender dimensions in the local chicken value chain in northern Uganda," African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 10(3), pages 367-380, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rajsxx:v:10:y:2018:i:3:p:367-380
    DOI: 10.1080/20421338.2018.1469214
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