Economic potentials of ginger value chain in Kaduna State, Nigeria
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چکیده
Without a doubt, ginger is an important commercial crop which significantly contribute nutritionally, pharmaceutically and medically. Unfortunately, the producers, processors, marketers have been given little attention, especially regarding empirical profitability associated with each activity. This study, therefore, sought to estimate net margins of actors compare their profitability. A total 380 were randomly selected from Jaba local government area in Kaduna state. Data collected using pretested semi-structured questionnaires. Partial budgeting techniques one-way analysis variance used. The study revealed margin about 140,000 NGN/ha/annum for while marketing margin/bag processors was 3,300 NGN 3,470 NGN, respectively. Furthermore, indices showed that earned 37%, 70%, 41% profit invested funds value chain. Comparative highest, statistically different other actors. It concluded there exist tremendous economic potentials is, recommend policies will encourage production, processing, should be implemented particular emphasis on processing aspect.
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عنوان ژورنال: Western Balkan Journal of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['2683-4693', '2683-572X']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5937/wbjae2202135o