Abstract The effects of nitrogen fertility on the performance of “Port Harcourt grass”, Chrysopogon aciculatus (Retz.) Trin. were assessed with the aim of determining the optimum N rate for the turf quality features. Six fertilization regimes of 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 g nitrogen/m2/month and control were set up in three replicates each. “Port […]
ASSESSMENT OF THE POTENTIAL OF SHEA BUTTER PROCESSING ON THE LIVELIHOOD OF WOMEN PROCESSORS IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Potential of shea butter processing on processors’ livelihood, processing techniques, shea nuts’ availability, outcomes and constraints of shea butter processing in Kwara State were investigated. Random sampling technique was used to select 81 processors used as respondents. Percentages and frequencies were used for data analysis. The average age of the processors and years spent […]
RELATIVE IMPORTANCE OF CONTRACTOR SELECTION CRITERIA (CSC) FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN NIGERIA
Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine the importance of Contractor Selection Criteria (CSC) for construction projects. This study will cover Lagos and Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. Survey research design was used and the population of the study comprised of public client organisations and construction professionals. Stratified random sampling technique was used […]
INCREASED CLIMATIC VARIABILITY AND ADAPTIVE CAPACITY OF CROP FARMERS IN BENUE STATE
Abstract Agriculture as a source of food and fibre and contributor to sustenance of rural livelihoods is becoming continually exposed to threats coming with increased anomalies brought by the changing climate. Farmers find themselves having to respond to the vagaries of climate change in order to maintain food security and their livelihoods. This study utilised […]
STUDY OF SCIENTIFIC AND TRADITIONAL IRRIGATION WATER MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN HOLETA RIVER CATCHMENT IN ETHIOPIA
Abstract The main objective of the study was to assess scientific and traditional irrigation water management practices of Holetta River catchment. Both qualitative and quantitative research approaches were used. By Purposive and convenient sampling methods open ended questionnaire and unstructured interview were employed. Also soil water balance method used to evaluate the crop water requirement […]
MICROALGAL COMMUNITIES IN THE RIPARIAN SYSTEMS ASSOCIATED WITH LAGOS LAGOON, NIGERIA II. ECOLOGICAL STUDY OF PHYTOPLANKTON FROM ITO-IWOLO CREEK, SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA
Abstract A study on indigenous microalgae from sluggish tidal freshwater/brackish mangrove dominated creeks(Ito-Iwolo) emptying into Lagos Lagoon was carried out for twelve months (February 2010 – January 2011).Samples were obtained using a 55 μm plankton net towed at low speed for 10 minutes. Various physico-chemical parameters were monitored; surface water temperature, PO4-P, transparency, NO3-N, SO42- […]
WATER QUALITY ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION USING GRAPHICAL METHODS: A CASE OF LAKE BESEKA, ETHIOPIA
Abstract Water quality analysis and evaluation processes are very important to understand the quality status and trend of water resources. Moreover, a documented water quality data can serve as an input in identifying the geochemical composition and origin of water resources. The aim of this paper was thus to analyze and evaluate the water quality […]
FOOD INSECURITY AND LIVELIHOOD STRATEGIES IN THE RURAL AREAS OF GURSUM DISTRICT, EASTERN ETHIOPIA
Abstract Food insecurity is one of the major challenges of rural households in Ethiopia. The study aims to estimate the magnitude of food insecurity and examine food security’s association with livelihood strategies among rural households. Primary data was collected using structured questionnaires. The Foster, Greer and Thorbecke (FGT) index was employed to examine the dimensions […]
IMPLICATIONS OF RESIDENTIAL AND WORKPLACE LOCATION IN IKORODU, LAGOS PERI-URBAN
Abstract This paper discusses the socio-economic implication of residential and workplace location in Lagos peri-urban with focus on the case study of Ikorodu, a rapidly urbanising suburbia in Lagos State, Nigeria. Data were collected through primary source by administration of 383 questionnaires to household heads in purposively selected eighteen peri-urban settlements and through the use […]
INVESTIGATION OF NATURAL BACKGROUND GAMMA RAY DOSES IN THE PROPOSED URANIUM MINES AT BAHI AND MANYONI
Abstract Tanzania is currently considering to start mining uranium in various parts of the country. Manyoni and Bahi areas were identified as among the potential sites for uranium mining and processing in the country. The study investigated the natural background of gamma ray dose rates in the vicinity of the proposed Manyoni and Bahi uranium […]