Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Fish stocking or restocking in natural water bodies, whereby production is generally extensive, can be an option in the attempt to compensate the dearth in fish production related to stock depletion in capture fisheries and high feed costs in aquaculture. While a major objective in fish production in […]
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF SMALL HOLDER SHEEP PRODUCTION IN DAWAKIN KUDU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KANO STATE
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract This study investigated the economic analysis of small holder sheep production in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano State. Specifically, the study described the socio-economic characteristics of small holder sheep farmers, estimated the profitability of sheep production, examined the factors influencing sheep production and identified the constraints […]
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN EVIDENCE-BASED SAFETY TRAINING FRAMEWORK FOR UNESCORTED VISITORS IN A PETROLEUM REFINERY: A CASE STUDY OF THE CENOVUS LIMA REFINERY
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract The petroleum refining industry operates in hazardous environments where effective occupational health and safety management is critical. Although comprehensive safety systems exist for employees and contractors, unescorted visitors remain vulnerable because of limited familiarity with site-specific hazards and emergency procedures. This study developed an evidence-based safety training framework […]
ASSESSMENT OF LAND USE AND LAND COVER CHANGES OF SELECTED AIRPORTS SURROUNDING FOREST IN NIGERIA
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Rapid population growth and increasing economic activities have resulted in unsustainable exploitation and rapid decline in the spatial extent of forest reserves in Nigeria. Studying land use dynamics of surrounding forest is essential for analyzing various ecological and developmental consequences over time. This paper aims at assessing changes […]
HOUSEHOLD FUEL USE, AIR POLLUTION AWARENESS, AND ENVIRONMENTAL BEHAVIOUR DURING WINTER: EVIDENCE FROM NAHIYA 12, KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Winter air pollution in Kabul, Afghanistan, is a significant environmental and public health concern, largely driven by household reliance on solid fuels for heating in rapidly urbanizing areas such as District 12. This study aimed to evaluate household fuel consumption patterns, examine public awareness of air pollution, and […]
DRIVERS OF ADAPTIVE CAPACITY TO CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS EFFECTS ON CROP PRODUCTION AMONG ARABLE CROP FARMERS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract This study assessed drivers of climate change adaptive capacity and its effects on crop productivity among arable crop farmers in Ogun State. Multi-stage sampling techniques w used to select 196 farmers. Primary data were collected with the aid of structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The […]
HYDROCARBON SEEPAGE DRIVES GRASSLAND BIODIVERSITY LOSS AND LIVELIHOOD DECLINE IN THE UGWUEME GUINEA SAVANNA, NIGERIA
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Grassland ecosystems sustain biodiversity, ecosystem services, and rural livelihoods but are increasingly threatened by hydrocarbon contamination. The Ugwueme Guinea savanna of southeastern Nigeria, characterized by natural oil seepages and tar sand deposits, provides a unique setting to evaluate the ecological consequences of chronic hydrocarbon exposure. This study assessed […]
DEVELOPMENT OF A Madhuca longifolia (MAHUA) FLOWER COLLECTOR FOR SUSTAINABLE NON-TIMBER FOREST PRODUCT HARVESTING AND FOREST FIRE PREVENTION
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Mahua (Madhuca longifolia) is an important non-timber forest product (NTFP) supporting the livelihoods of forest-dependent communities in central India. Conventional flower collection involves gathering naturally fallen flowers from the forest floor, often requiring the removal or burning of leaf litter to improve visibility and facilitate collection. These practices […]
VALUE ADDITION AND PROFITABILITY OF Parkia biglobosa PROCESSING AMONG MARKET ACTORS IN BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract This study assessed value addition and profitability of Parkia biglobosa processing among market actors in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Specifically, it identified the major value-added products, estimated processing and marketing costs, compared the profitability of raw and processed products, and examined the principal constraints affecting the enterprise. […]
SAFETY CULTURE AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN GHANAIAN INDUSTRIES: IMPLICATIONS FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY PERFORMANCE
Document Repository and Sectoral Scope Summary Abstract Occupational safety remains a significant concern in Ghanaian industries despite safety training, formal measures, and regulatory requirements. This paper examines the relationship between safety culture, safety accountability, and occupational safety performance, focusing on leadership commitment, employee involvement, risk reporting, and safety communication. A document-based research design was adopted, […]