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Socio-economic Determinants of Adoption of Recommended Agrochemical Practices among Crop Farmers in Kaduna and Ondo States, Nigeria

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  • Issa, F. O.
  • Atala, T. K.
  • Akpoko, J. G.
  • Sanni, S. A.

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This study analyzed the socio-economic determinants of adoption of recommended agrochemical practices of agrochemicals (RAPs) among crop farmers in Kaduna and Ondo States of Nigeria. A total of 260 crop farmers who have sustained the use of agrochemicals for at least five years were selected for the study using multi-stage sampling technique. Descriptive statistics (mean and percentages) and inferential statistics (Multiple regression) was used for data analysis. Data was collected using pretested, structured interview schedule. The results obtained revealed that adoption of RAPs is positively significantly affected by being experienced, literate, cosmopolite, and social participation in both State at varying level of significance. There are no exclusions to adopt RAPs based on age, farm size, gender, household size, and social participation. This study therefore, recommends that regular training on the use of agrochemical should be organized for farmers by extension agencies in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Also, all forms of communication through the print and electronic media should be used by extension agencies in appealing to farmers to enhance their positive attitude in adoption of RAPs.

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  • Issa, F. O. & Atala, T. K. & Akpoko, J. G. & Sanni, S. A., 2016. "Socio-economic Determinants of Adoption of Recommended Agrochemical Practices among Crop Farmers in Kaduna and Ondo States, Nigeria," Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, vol. 10(1).
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