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Digital Literacy Among Agricultural Extension Agents in North Maluku, Indonesia

Chris Sugihono, Sunarru Samsi Hariadi & Sri Peni Wastutiningsih · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

This study assesses the digital literacy of agricultural extension agents in North Maluku Province, Indonesia, and its implications for service delivery. A survey of 252 extension agents, conducted from November 2022 to February 2023, employed a validated questionnaire based on f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62504

Growth Dynamics and Export Potential of India's Poultry Sector: A Comprehensive Analysis

Mohanakrishnan Kuppan, S. Ravichandran, R. Venkataraman, A. Pouchepparadjou & S. Ramesh · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

India ranks as the third largest egg producer and fifth largest producer of poultry meat globally. Commercial poultry farms accounts about eighty-five percent of countries' egg production, the remaining comes from household/backyard poultry. Poultry production plays a significant...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62505

The Impact of Socio-demographic Variables on Maternal Healthcare Accessibility among Women of Reproductive Age in Zamfara State, Nigeria

Linus Akor, Ugba Dajo & Helen Anthony-Ekpe · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Nigeria's maternal mortality ratio (MMR) of 814 per 100,000 live births starkly contrasts with developed countries, where the ratio is significantly lower at 1 in 4900. This places Nigerian women at a substantially higher risk, with a 1 in 22 chance of maternal death during pregn...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62503

Analysis of “Extreme Poverty” for the special Region of Yogyakarta in Indonesia

Teguh Indrakusuma, Didi Nuryadin & Diah Lufti Wijayanti · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Poverty is a problem experienced in almost every country, including Indonesia. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) document states that by 2030 governments around the world agree to eliminate extreme poverty. The Government of Indonesia has issued Instruksi Presiden (Inpres)...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62502

Impact of Malaria on Lifestyle and Agricultural Practices among Rice Farmers in South-West Nigeria

Oluseun Babatunde Oladoyinbo · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Malaria is a major issue in the tropics, causing lost work hours, reduced production quality, decreased income, and even death. This study explored how malaria impacts the lifestyle and farming activities of rice farmers in Southwest Nigeria. Data were collected from 277 rice far...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62500

Expectations and Problems of Rural Youth to become Agri-entrepreneur

VS Tekale, Preeti R Datir, AS Gomase & Shubhangi G Parshuramkar · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The present study was conducted in Chandrapur and Gadchiroli districts of Eastern Vidarbha Zone of Maharashtra. An exploratory research design of social research was used for investigation. A sample of 120 rural youth were selected by covering 20 villages from two districts on th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62501

Influencing Drivers of Agricultural Production Technology of Rice in Burundi

Ndayitwayeko W.M., Mpawenimana D. & Bigirimana J. · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The adoption of agricultural technologies has become the key to limiting imports and meeting Burundi's rice food needs. This is because rice production is generally low in the country due to the ever-increasing population. This study identified the constraints of rice production,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62499

Socio-Economic Profile of KVK Staff and Farmers for Utilization of ICT Tools in Central Uttar Pradesh, India

Ritesh Dube, Sheelesh Kumar & Shani Kumar Singh · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The study was conducted in Central Uttar Pradesh to know the socio-economic characteristics of KVK staff and farmers. Kanpur Dehat, Unnao, Lucknow, Rae Bareli and Pratapgarh districts were selected purposively because these districts are nearer to Lucknow. The respondents selecte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62498

Identification of Factors Responsible for Shifts in Cropping Pattern

V.B. Pardhi, S.S. Khandave & B.T. Kolgane · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The present study was purposively conducted in Khed tehsil of Pune district. Considering the impact of industrialization, 15 villages and 150 respondents from western and southern part of Khed tehsil were purposively selected. The results of the study revealed that physical, biol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62496

An Heuristic Study on Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Nidhi Yojana: Context on a Micro Credit Scheme

Shridhar. S.N · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

This study looks into the Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor's Atmanirbhar Nidhi Yojana (PM SVANidhi), a micro-credit project, and the awareness, utilization patterns, and difficulties faced by urban mobile street food sellers. The study intends to offer insight on the scheme's effecti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62497

Extent of Adoption Regarding Recommended Cultivation Practices of Landraces by the Beneficiaries of Global Environment Facilities

Lokendra Singh Kishnawat, Banwari Lal, Ekta & Dinesh Sou · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The present study examined the adoption levels among 113 kharif crop growers in Osian tehsil (Jodhpur) and Chohtan tehsil (Barmer) of Rajasthan. Results indicated that 64 respondents (56.64%) exhibited medium adoption, 36 of them (31.86%) showed high adoption, and 13 respondents...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62495

Exploring the Profile of Dairy Farmers in Jabalpur District, Madhya Pradesh, India

Arpit Somtiya, Seema Naberia, Parvez Rajan, Ashutosh Shrivastava & Umesh Singh · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The investigation was conducted in Panagar and Jabalpur blocks of Jabalpur district, selecting 203 commercial dairy farmers purposively. According to the results, the majority (65.52 per cent) of the commercial dairy farmers were from the middle age group (36 to 55 years). Most o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62494

Socio-Economic, Socio-Personal and Demographic Profiling of KVK-Based Vermicompost Training Participants: Evidence from Bihar, India

Satya Prakash, Samrat Sikdar & Ashok K. Singh · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Vermicompost is essentially a varied blend of decomposed farm waste, food waste, and worm castings, organically produced using different species of earthworms. This nutrient-dense organic fertilizer is gaining significant attention amid climate change concerns and the push for or...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62492

Erratic Rise in Tomato Prices, Status, Issues, Government Initiatives and Policy Suggestions to Manage the prices of Tomato and other Vegetables

Vikas Kumar · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

Tomatoes, hold a paramount position in both Indian cuisine and the nation's economy. The status of tomato area and production in India and in states show its importance in Indian economy. India is leading tomato producer in the world. In India, MP and Andhra Pradesh are the large...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62493

Emotional Labour: Its Effect on Work Performance

Tulika Borah, Jinamoni Saikia & Arifa Mumtaz Begum · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2024

The previous two decades of the 20th century has witnessed a dynamic change in the distribution of employment that has shifted from agriculture and industry to the service sector. With the rise of the service sector, more numbers of employees are involved in direct contact with t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i62491