Nutrient content of Bambara groundnut (&lt;i&gt;Vigna
subterranea&lt;/i&gt;) and the effects of its inclusion on the
performance of growing broiler chickens and on
egg production and quality

Nji, Fidelis Fru; Niess, E.; Pfeffer, E.

doi:10.22358/jafs/67619/2004

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“…In fact, as a "complete food" (Murevanhema and Jideani, 2013), which can be depended on for all the nutritional requirements for healthy livings, it is an important addition to the diet of poverty stricken folks who are unable to sustainably afford expensive animal protein sources (Food and Agriculture Organisation, n.d). It has also been reported that bambara groundnut has potentials for industrial purposes (Ibrahin and Ogunwusi, 2016, Atiku et al, 2004) and has been experimented with in feeding of livestock (Nji et al, 2003(Nji et al, , 2004.…”

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Profitability and Efficiency of Bambara Groundnut Production in Nigeria: A Case Study

Onuche¹

2020

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Research Background: Although it is a highly nutritious and climate resistant crop, bambara groundnut is described as a neglected and under-utilized crop in most countries including Nigeria where its production is in the hands of some smallholder farmers. Empirical facts on the profitability as well as the technical efficiency of bambara groundnut production in Kogi state, Nigeria, where it serves as an important source of food and income, are unknown. These facts, when known, can draw the attention of stakeholders to intervention areas. Purpose of the article: The research was undertaken to provide factual data through empirical analyses on the cost, returns and technical efficiency of smallholder bambara groundnut farmers in the area, in to order elicit interest in the neglected crop. Such attention may aid in the expansion of the crop's production through interventions in identified areas of concern. Methods: A five-stage sampling technique was employed in the random selection of 120 farmers for questionnaire administration in order to obtain the requisite data. Data on cost and returns were subjected to Gross Margin and Net Return on Investment analyses while the Cobb-Douglas Stochastic Frontier Production Function was employed in analysing technical efficiency. Findings and value added: Producers of bambara groundnut in the area are small scale farmers who are old, poorly educated and have large families. Cost and returns analysis showed that labour had the highest percentage of Total Variable Cost (78.00%). The venture, with a gross margin of -11,601.87 Nigerian Naira (-60.31 USD) and Net Returns on Investment of 0.79, is unprofitable. Experience and education affect the moderately high technical efficiency level which on the average is 71.2%. Bambara groundnut production in the area can be made profitable through labour cost reduction and improvement in average efficiency level by 28.8%. The provision of machinery to help reduce labour cost, in addition to special policy attention that will enhance improvements in education and extension services will reduce inefficiency and improve profitability.

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Profitability and Efficiency of Bambara Groundnut Production in Nigeria: A Case Study

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2020

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Kersting's groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet)

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Ayenan

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Neglected and Underutilized Crops

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Expounding the Value of Grain Legumes in the Semi- and Arid Tropics

2017

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Approximately 70% of the population in the semi-and arid tropics reside in rural areas and depend on agriculture for their livelihood. Crop production is primarily focused on a few starchy staple crops. While this can ensure adequate calories, it inadvertently neglects the need for dietary diversity. Consequently, food and nutritional insecurity remains prevalent in the semi-and arid tropics. We reviewed the legume value chain with the aim to identify opportunities and challenges to unlocking their value and promoting them in the tropics. Several grain legumes are rich in proteins and micronutrients. They also possess adaptability to marginal environmental conditions such as drought and low input systems which typify rural landscapes. Adaptability to abiotic stresses such as drought makes them key to agriculture in areas that will receive less rainfall in the future. However, this potential was currently not being realized due to a range of challenges. Aspects related to their seed systems, production, post-harvest handling and marketing remain relatively under-researched. This was especially true for minor legumes. There is a need for transdisciplinary research which will address the entire value chain, as has been done for major starchy crops. This could also unlock significant economic opportunities for marginalized groups such as women. This will unlock their value and allow them to contribute meaningfully to food and nutrition security as well as sustainable and resilient cropping systems.

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Nutrient content of Bambara groundnut (<i>Vigna subterranea</i>) and the effects of its inclusion on the performance of growing broiler chickens and on egg production and quality

Cited by 3 publications

References 8 publications

Profitability and Efficiency of Bambara Groundnut Production in Nigeria: A Case Study

Profitability and Efficiency of Bambara Groundnut Production in Nigeria: A Case Study

Kersting's groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet)

Expounding the Value of Grain Legumes in the Semi- and Arid Tropics

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