Analysis of Farm Record Keeping Practices Among Poultry Farmers in Ogun State
This study analyzes farm record keeping practices, their determinants, and effect on profitability among poultry farmers in Ogun State.
Year
2024
Chapters
5
Views
120
Pages
72
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Proper farm record keeping is essential for farm management decisions yet is often neglected by Nigerian farmers. This study analyzed record keeping practices among poultry farmers in Ogun State. Data were collected from 150 poultry farmers using structured questionnaires. Results revealed that only 45% of farmers kept any form of records, with feed records (78%), mortality records (65%), and sales records (82%) being most common among record keepers. Financial records were least kept (34%). Record keepers had 28% higher profit margins than non-record keepers. Education, farm size, and access to training significantly influenced record keeping. Challenges included perceived complexity, time constraints, and lack of perceived benefits. Simplified record keeping tools and training are recommended.
Research Objectives
- 1To assess the level of farm record keeping among poultry farmers
- 2To identify types of records kept by farmers
- 3To analyze the effect of record keeping on farm profitability
- 4To identify factors influencing record keeping practices
Suggested Methodology
Descriptive survey with 150 poultry farmers selected through purposive and random sampling in Ogun 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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