1. AN INVESTIGATION OF THE AGITATION AND CLAMORING FOR RESTRUCTURING OF NIGERIA FEDERATION
Background of the study
For some months, the discourse of restructuring has dominated the public sphere, and this theme has been disseminated via the use of digital, print, and electronic media. Restructuring appears to be the in-thing currently in every quarter. Until...
2. APPRAISAL OF THE PROBLEM FACED BY SMALL FARM HOLDERS IN ACCESSING LOAN FACILITIES
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
Nigerian agriculture has high potential but actualizing it depends on concerted efforts to address the major challenges confronting the sector which include among others; access to finance by small scale farmers. This problem has been compounded w...
3. EFFECTS OF BANDITRY ON FARMING SYSTEM IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
The main focus of this study is to examine the effect of bandit on farming system using konshisha local government in Benue State as the case study. Resident of the farming communities in konshisha form the population of the study. Survey resea...
4. IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL OUTPUT ON NIGERIAN ECONOMY
Background of the study
One of the important objectives of macroeconomic policy in has been the rapid economic growth of an economy. Economic growth is defined as “the process whereby the real per capita income of a country over a long period of time.” Econo...
5. IMPACT OF BRANDING AND PACKAGING ON SALES TURNOVER OF NESTLE FOOD NIGERIA PLC
INTRODUCTION
One element that has undergone tremendous change in the past decade is branding and packaging according to Rahim, liberalization by allowing for easy imports of printing technology. Made a vast difference to packaging and branding Simpli...
6. ANALYSIS ON THE STATUS OF PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION OF CEREAL IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Cereal grains are by far the most significant plants for humans to eat out of all the other kinds of plants that may provide sustenance. Cereal grains are the seeds produced by cultivated grasses such as wheat, corn, oat, barley, rye, rice, so...
7. THE EFFECTS OF SOIL MOISTURE CONTENT ON THE GROWTH AND DISTRIBUTION OF SORGHUM ROOT SYSTEMS
ABSTRACT
Irrigation level is believed to influence root distribution along the soil profile. There is no known reason for the phenomena. The aim of this study was to see how water content at the soil surface and around the root crown of sor...
8. EFFECT OF PRECIPITATION EFFECTIVENESS INDICES ON THE YIELD OF SOME SELECTED CEREAL CROPS
ABSTRACT
Agriculture in Nigeria is mainly dependent on rainfall which is variable in nature. Therefore, the need to have a full knowledge of its pattern and trend is pertinent in order to achieve food sufficiency. This study examined the effect of precipitation effectiveness indices: On...
9. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF GRAIN GRINDING MACHINE
Background of the Study
The grinding of grain occurs by the application of mechanical forces that alter the structure of the grain by overcoming the interior binding forces, after which the state of the solid is changed to flour. Grain produce on the farm is processed i...
10. DETERMINATION OF LEAD (Pb) LEVELS IN SELECTED MINING COMMUNITIES IN ZAMFARA STATE - NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
In 2010, the world’s attention was drawn to Zamfara State, Nigeria following the ‘unprecedented’ death reported (particularly of children) as a result of lead poisoning in the process of small scale gold mining of lead-rich ore using rudimentary tools. This st...
11. EFFECT OF PRECIPITATION EFFECTIVENESS INDICES ON THE YIELD OF SOME SELECTED CEREAL CROPS IN SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Agriculture in Nigeria is mainly dependent on rainfall which is variable in nature. Therefore, the need to have a full knowledge of its pattern and trend is pertinent in order to achieve food sufficiency. This study examined the effect of precipitation effectiveness indices: On...
12. EVALUATION OF LEAF BASE EXTRACT OF SORGHUM BICOLOR (FAMILY: GRAMINEAE; POACEAE) FOR HAEMATOLOGICAL, IMMUNOMODULATORY AND OTHER PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES
ABSTRACT
Sorghum bicolor is an annual plant having its different parts widely used ethnomedicinally for different ailments, which includes blood stimulation and body defence. A number of clinical conditions like cancer, surgery, certain drugs, HIV/AIDS and various stressors affect diffe...
13. NUTRITIONAL EVALUATION OF CEREAL AND LEGUME-BASED COMPLEMENTARY DIETS USED IN JOS, PLATEAU STATE
ABSTRACT
Three multimix complementary diets were prepared from local foodstuffs i.e. maize (Zea mays), acha grain (Digitaria exilis) rice (Sativa oryza), sorghum (Sorgum bicolar), millet (Pennisatum typhoides), groundnut (Arachis hypogea), bambaranut (V-oadzeia subterranea), sesame (Ses...
14. EFFECT OF SILICA NANOPARTICLES ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SORGHUM HUSK ASH AND CALCIUM CARBIDE WASTE BINDER BASED MORTAR
ABSTRACT
Research trends in the construction industry is toward the application of nano materials in mortar/concrete which could act as set accelerator due to the ultrafine nature of silica nano_particles (SNPs). The study is aimed at investigating the effect of SNPs on the performance...
15. EVALUATION OF THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF KENAF BIO FIBROUS CONCRETE COMPOSITES CONTAINING SORGHUM HUSK ASH
Statement of the Research Problem
The growth in global population and income in the twenty-first century has increased the need for sustainable materials. These requirements occur as a result of landfills piling up due to massive depositions of accumulated garbage, the earth's envir...
16. INFLUENCE OF SORGHUM HUSK ASH AS MICRO-FILLER IN POLYMER CONCRETE
ABSTRACT
Polymer concretes (PCs) are known to be less permeable to water, but its usage is less popular in tropical countries like Nigeria because its common binder, thermoset resins, are very sensitive to rising temperature. This sensitivity to temperature accelerates the polymerizatio...
17. THE OCCURENCE OF OCHRATOXIN A AND CYCLOPIAZONIC ACID IN MAIZE AND SORGHUM GROWN IN MICROCLIMATIC ZONES OF NIGER STATE
ABSTRACT
Mycotoxigenic fungi and their associated mycotoxins remain a significant threat to growers, consumers, and food regulators. They damage the quality of agricultural crop commodities and impact negatively on food safety. The aim of the study was to determine the occurrence of Pen...
18. EFFECT OF SPROUTING ON THE FORMULATION OF WEANING DIETS FROM BAMBARA NUT (Vigna. subterranean) AND SORGHUM (Sorghum bicolor)
ABSTRACT
Protein energy malnutrition (PEM) accounts for over 50 % mortality among weaning children globally. Fortification and formulation had been used to supply some of the nutritionally deficient nutrients in diets of malnourished children. Sorghum is generally used as weaning foods...
19. THE STUDY OF PROPERTIES OF BRIQUETTE PRODUCED FROM GROUNDNUT SHELL COAL BLEND
Background of the study
Biomass, particularly agricultural residues seem to be one of the most promising energy resources for developing countries (Patomsok, 2008). Rural households and minority of urban dwellers depend solely on fuel woods (charcoal, firewood and sawdust) as their prim...
20. An Investigation of Policies Targeting Small-Scale Farmers in Reducing Food Insecurity in Mubi Local Government, Adamawa State
Background of the Study
Small-scale farmers play a crucial role in the agricultural sector in Nigeria, particularly in rural areas where they contribute significantly to food production and local economies. Mubi Local Government in Adamawa State, which is primarily agri...
21. The Impact of Government Subsidies on Agricultural Productivity in Gombe Local Government Area, Gombe State
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Agriculture remains the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, food security, and GDP. Government subsidies are a v...
22. The Impact of Agro-Processing Industries on Rural Economies in Gombe Central Local Government Area, Gombe State
Background of the Study
Agro-processing industries play a crucial role in transforming raw agricultural products into value-added goods, which in turn contribute significantly to rural economic development. Gombe Central, located in Gombe State, is prim...
23. An evaluation of the role of geopolitical boundaries in promoting regional agricultural cooperatives in Dandume Local Government Area, Katsina State
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Dandume Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, located in the northern region of Nigeria, is predominantly an agrarian society. Agricu...
24. The impact of deforestation on agricultural productivity in Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Deforestation, the large-scale removal of forests, has been widely recognized as a major environmental issue with profound impacts on biodiversity, climate change, and agricultural productivity (Oluwaseun et al., 2023). In...
25. An Assessment of Local Government Policies Aimed at Increasing Agricultural Exports in Kontagora North Local Government Area, Niger State
Background of the Study
Agriculture is a key sector in Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, food security, and export revenue. In regions such as Kontagora North Local Government Area (LGA) in Niger State, agricultural acti...
26. An Assessment of Urbanization and Its Effect on Dietary Habits in Kebbi State
Background of the Study
Urbanization is a significant global phenomenon that influences dietary habits, food choices, and overall nutrition. As populations migrate from rural to urban areas, dietary patterns shift due to increased access to processed fo...
27. An Examination of the Role of Indigenous Foods in Improving Nutritional Outcomes in Gombe State
Background of the Study
Indigenous foods, which include locally grown crops and traditional recipes, play a crucial role in enhancing nutritional outcomes. These foods are often rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds that support...
28. The Role of Traditional Diets in Improving Health Outcomes Among Elderly Individuals in Taraba State
Background of the Study
Traditional diets, which include locally sourced and culturally significant foods, have been recognized for their health benefits, particularly among elderly populations (Aliyu & Musa, 2024). In many African communities, trad...
29. DETERMINATION OF MINERAL ELEMENTS IN SOME GRAIN HUSKS
Background of the Study
Grain husks, the outermost protective coverings of various cereal grains, play a significant role in the agricultural and food industries. These by-products, which are often discarded or used as animal feed, have been the subject of growing inter...
30. EFFECT OF BANDITRY ON FOOD INSECURITY IN ZAMFARA STATE
Background of the Study
Banditry has become a pervasive issue in many regions of Northern Nigeria, especially in Zamfara State, and has profoundly impacted both human security and socioeconomic stability. While the primary effects of banditry are often discussed in term...
31. IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION AGENT IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURE IN BUNZA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA KEBBI STATE.
Background of the Study
Agricultural extension services have long been recognized as a pivotal element in the development of agriculture, particularly in rural areas. Extension agents play a critical role in disseminating agricultural knowledge, providing technical assi...
32. An Examination of Aflatoxin Contamination in Stored Grains and Its Impact on Health in Kebbi State
Background of the Study
Aflatoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain species of fungi, particularly Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, which can contaminate crops such as maize, groundnuts, and sorghum. These mycoto...
33. An Investigation into the Prevalence of Aflatoxin Contamination in Staple Foods in Kano State
Background of the Study
Aflatoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by certain species of Aspergillus fungi, which commonly contaminate staple foods such as maize, groundnuts, and sorghum. In Kano State, the warm and humid climate provides an idea...
34. The Role of Traditional Diets in Diabetes Prevention in Taraba State
Background of the Study
Diabetes mellitus, particularly type 2 diabetes, has become a major global health concern due to its increasing prevalence and associated complications. In many parts of Africa, including Nigeria, the rapid transition from tradition...
