TRAINING NEED ON GRAINS STORAGE IN OGBOMOSO NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
Abstract
Training refers to the process of education and developing selected individual so that they
haves the knowledge, skills, attitudes and understanding needed to manage a future position.
The aim of this project is to identify the training need on grains storage among grains farmers
in Ogbomosho north local government of Oyo state, Nigeria. The study points out several
problems with grain storage, including pest infestations, moisture control issues, lack of
aeration, and contamination. Poor storage conditions can lead to economic losses and food
insecurity. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 60 respondents. Data was
collected using structured questionnaires, and analysis was performed using descriptive
statistics, budgetary techniques, and multiple regression analysis. Most respondents were
women, with the majority between the ages of 31 and 40. The majority of respondents had
some level of formal education. Respondents use various storage facilities, such as silos,
warehouses, and farm buildings. Warehouses and silos were the most common. Challenges:
The major challenges in grain storage include inadequate extension services, high costs of
storage equipment, and lack of technical knowledge.
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