Impact of Anchor Borrowers Programme on Rice Farmers' Productivity in Ebonyi State
This research assesses the impact of the Central Bank of Nigeria's Anchor Borrowers Programme on rice farmers' productivity and income in Ebonyi State.
Year
2024
Chapters
5
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182
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86
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The Anchor Borrowers Programme (ABP) was launched to boost agricultural productivity through subsidized credit. This study assessed its impact on rice farmers in Ebonyi State. Using propensity score matching, 120 ABP beneficiaries were compared with 120 non-beneficiaries. Results showed that ABP participants achieved significantly higher yields (4.5 tons/ha versus 2.9 tons/ha) and income (52% higher). Beneficiaries had better access to improved seeds, fertilizers, and agrochemicals. However, challenges included delayed input delivery (45%), inadequate loan amounts (38%), and repayment difficulties (32%). The study concludes that ABP positively impacts productivity but recommends timely input delivery and realistic loan sizing.
Research Objectives
- 1To compare rice yields between ABP beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries
- 2To assess the effect of ABP on farmer income
- 3To identify inputs and services received through ABP
- 4To examine challenges in ABP implementation
Suggested Methodology
Quasi-experimental design using propensity score matching of 240 rice farmers in Ebonyi State
Chapter Breakdown
Introduction
Background, problem statement, objectives, scope, and significance
Literature Review
Related studies, concepts, theories, and empirical review
Methodology
Research design, population, sampling, instruments, and analysis method
Analysis
Data presentation, interpretation, tables, and discussion
Conclusion
Summary, conclusion, recommendations, and references
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