International Journal of Agricultural Economics

Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016

  • The Growth Performance of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Fed Commercially Prepared Imported Fish Feeds

    Ajayi Olusina Tunde, Ojo Samson Oluwagbemiga, Adeleke Babatunde, Oluyisola Olufemi Oluseyi

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 57-61
    Received: 7 July 2016
    Accepted: 21 July 2016
    Published: 6 August 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.11
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    Abstract: The experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of different imported fish feeds on the performance of juvenile African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus). A-13 week feeding trial was conducted using 225 juveniles which were randomly assigned to five treatment groups in 15 indoor plastic tanks at a stocking rate of 15 fish per tank and three (3) ... Show More
  • Cross Correlation Analysis on the Relationship Between Maximum Temperature and Relative Humidity in Bida, Niger State

    Adenomon Monday Osagie, Evans Patience Ogheneofejiro

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 62-66
    Received: 25 July 2016
    Accepted: 5 August 2016
    Published: 21 August 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.12
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    Abstract: Cross Correlation (CC) analysis provide a correlation between two time series. The observations of one series are correlated with the observations of another series at various lags and leads. CC analysis also help in identifying variables which are leading indicators of other variables or how much one variable is predicted to change in relation of ... Show More
  • Registration of “Milki” a Newly Released Potato Variety for Bale Highlands, Ethiopia

    Mohammed Beriso, Seifuddin Mahadi, Yonas Worku, Getachaw Asaffa

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 67-70
    Received: 20 December 2015
    Accepted: 11 January 2016
    Published: 2 September 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.13
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    Abstract: Ethiopiahas suitable environmental condition for potato production. However, the productivity of potato is very low as compared with world average due to lack of stable, high yielding, and disease resistant cultivars. Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the promising genotypes and verify the most stable, high yielding and disease... Show More
  • Effects of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizer Levels on Yield and Yield Components of Irish Potato (Solanum tuberosum) at Bule Hora District, Eastern Guji Zone, Southern Ethiopia

    Desalegn Regassa, Wakene Tigre, Dawit Mellise, Tolessa Taye

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 71-77
    Received: 26 July 2016
    Accepted: 12 August 2016
    Published: 2 September 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.14
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    Abstract: This fertilizer experiment was undertaken at Bule hora district, Eastern Guji zone, southern Ethiopia in 2016. The objective of the experiment was to study the effect of different NP rates on the yield and yield components of Irish potato to determine biological and economic optimum NP rate at the area. Adapted and recommended variety of Irish pota... Show More
  • Determinants of Improved Barley Adoption Intensity in Malga District of Sidama Zone, Ethiopia

    Aman Tufa, Tewodros Tefera

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 78-83
    Received: 15 August 2016
    Accepted: 24 August 2016
    Published: 18 September 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.15
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    Abstract: The study was conducted in Malga district of Sidama Zone in Ethiopia to describe the socioeconomic characteristics of households and identify factors governing the intensity of barley adoption. The district was known with barley production. The study used both primary and secondary data. Multistage sampling techniques were used to select three peas... Show More
  • Assessment of Horticultural Crops (Vegetables, Tubers & Fruits) Production Constraints and Opportunities in West and Southwest Shewa Zones of Oromia Region, Ethiopia

    Alemayehu Hailu Welderufael

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 84-90
    Received: 21 July 2016
    Accepted: 30 July 2016
    Published: 21 September 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.16
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    Abstract: Horticulture is the branch of agricultural science that uses technology and marketing strategies to increase vegetables, fruits, flowers and ornamental plants production for human welfare. In Ethiopia, more than 85% of the population depends on agriculture. However, agricultural production is less due to lack of advanced agricultural technologies a... Show More
  • Employment and Income Sources: Key Determinants of Off-Farm Activity Participation Among Rural Households in Northern Zambia

    Musaka Mulanga Chikobola, Moonga Sibusenga

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 3, September 2016
    Pages: 91-98
    Received: 28 July 2016
    Accepted: 5 August 2016
    Published: 29 September 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijae.20160103.17
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    Abstract: The study analysed off-farm activity participation and determinants for rural households in Northern Province of Zambia. The multinomial logit (MNL) model was used in estimating factors influencing the households’ choice of off-farm activity. Secondary data for the 2012 Rural Agricultural Livelihoods Survey (RALS12) from Central Statistical Office ... Show More