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Adoption of smoking chokor for fish processing in Kwara state

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  • Akangbe J. A.

    (University of Ilorin)

  • Bankole Y.

    (University of Ilorin)

  • Ajibola B.

    (University of Ilorin)

  • Fakayode S. B.

    (University of Ilorin)

  • Animashaun J. O.

    (University of Ilorin)

Abstract

This research investigated the adoption of smoking chokor among fish processors in Kwara state, Nigeria. The study made use of structured questionnaire along with interview schedule to a sample size of one hundred and seventy (170) processors randomly selected through a two-stage random sampling technique. The data were analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics and the Regression Analysis. The results obtained through the analysis revealed that 43.7% of the respondents adopted the improved technology (smoking chokor). A higher percentage of respondents preferred the improved technology for the golden brown colour, fine texture, good smell and delicacy in the taste. The significant determinants of adoption include sex (female), income from fish processing activities (p

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  • Akangbe J. A. & Bankole Y. & Ajibola B. & Fakayode S. B. & Animashaun J. O., 2013. "Adoption of smoking chokor for fish processing in Kwara state," Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, CyberLeninka;Редакция журнала Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, vol. 15(3), pages 26-30.
    • Handle: RePEc:scn:031261:14498351
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