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The Challenges in Implementing Activity-Based Costing in Agricultural Enterprises in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area

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Background of the Study

Agriculture is a critical economic activity in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area (LGA), contributing to food production, employment, and income generation for many households. Despite its importance, agricultural enterprises in this region face several challenges in managing their costs effectively. Activity-Based Costing (ABC) is a more refined cost allocation method that assigns overhead costs to activities and subsequently to products, making it more accurate than traditional costing methods (Kaplan & Anderson, 2004). ABC allows agricultural enterprises to better understand the true cost of production, identify inefficiencies, and improve resource allocation. However, the implementation of ABC is often challenging, especially in small-scale agricultural enterprises in rural settings like Mayo-Belwa.

This study aims to examine the challenges faced by agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA when attempting to implement ABC and assess the benefits of its application in cost management.

Statement of the Problem

Agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA often face difficulties in adopting sophisticated costing methods such as Activity-Based Costing. These challenges arise from limited awareness, lack of skilled personnel, and inadequate infrastructure. As a result, enterprises struggle with cost inefficiency, leading to poor profitability and reduced sustainability. This study seeks to explore the barriers to the effective implementation of ABC in agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA.

Aim and Objectives of the Study

The aim of this study is to investigate the challenges of implementing Activity-Based Costing in agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA.

The objectives are:

  1. To identify the challenges faced by agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA in implementing Activity-Based Costing.
  2. To assess the benefits of adopting ABC in managing production costs in the agricultural sector.
  3. To explore the relationship between ABC implementation and the financial performance of agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA.

Research Questions

  1. What challenges do agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA face in implementing Activity-Based Costing?
  2. How does the implementation of ABC impact cost management and financial performance in agricultural enterprises?
  3. What are the perceived benefits of ABC in the agricultural sector in Mayo-Belwa LGA?

Research Hypotheses

  1. Agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA that implement Activity-Based Costing experience better cost management and improved profitability.
  2. Lack of awareness and training are significant barriers to the implementation of Activity-Based Costing in agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA.
  3. Agricultural enterprises that adopt Activity-Based Costing report higher operational efficiency and better resource allocation.

Significance of the Study

The study will contribute to a better understanding of the benefits and challenges of Activity-Based Costing for agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA. It will provide insights for policymakers, agricultural businesses, and practitioners to improve cost management practices and enhance the competitiveness of the agricultural sector.

Scope and Limitation of the Study

The study will focus on agricultural enterprises in Mayo-Belwa LGA, specifically those that are attempting to implement or have attempted to implement Activity-Based Costing. Limitations include the potential unavailability of financial data and reluctance to share cost-related information by business owners.

Definition of Terms

  • Activity-Based Costing (ABC): A costing method that allocates overhead costs based on activities that drive those costs, leading to a more accurate reflection of product costs.
  • Agricultural Enterprises: Businesses involved in the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural goods.
  • Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area: A local government area in Adamawa State, Nigeria, known for its agricultural activities.




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