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Environmental Management Strategies for Sustainable Food Security in Rural Communities in Rivers State, Nigeria

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  • Dr. R.S. Bell-Gam

    (Department of Adult and Non-Formal Education, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.)

  • Prof. M.A. Oyebamiji

    (Department of Adult and Non-Formal Education, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.)

Abstract

The study examined environmental management strategies for sustainable food security in rural communities in Rivers State. The design of the study was descriptive survey design. The population of the study comprised 450 farmers in Bodo, Elele and Omoku communities in Rivers State. The study used the entire population of 450 farmers due to its manageability. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire developed by the researcher which was validated by experts and its reliability was tested and obtained an index of 0.81. The analysis of data was done using mean statistics. The study revealed that environmental challenges have a huge impact on agricultural productivity and food security in numerous areas except for the access to farming inputs in these communities. It also revealed that environmental management strategies such as restoration techniques, efficient water management systems, climate-resilient farming practices, pest management strategies, education and training for farmers as well as proper waste management are much effective in enhancing sustainable food security in these communities. It was concluded that implementing environmental management strategies is imperative for achieving a resilient and sustainable food system, which is essential for the well-being of communities in Rivers State and the nation. The researchers therefore recommend amongst others that Government, with help from extension agencies, should organize workshops, training sessions, and demonstration farms to educate farmers on modern agricultural techniques and environmental conservation methods.

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  • Dr. R.S. Bell-Gam & Prof. M.A. Oyebamiji, 2024. "Environmental Management Strategies for Sustainable Food Security in Rural Communities in Rivers State, Nigeria," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(9), pages 133-141, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:9:p:133-141
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