Dietary acculturation among African emigrant students in India: determinants and problems

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (13) ◽  
pp. 2402-2409
Author(s):  
Nengilang’et G Kivuyo ◽  
Sonika Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Food Environment ◽  
Food Access ◽  
Field Survey ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Dietary Acculturation ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Research Gap ◽  
High Level ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

AbstractObjective:Emigrants face a high level of food insecurity. There is a wide research gap in the domain of identifying the determinants and problems of dietary acculturation in the context of emigrant students. This article attempts to study the factors affecting the dietary acculturation of African emigrant students in India.Design:For conducting a first-of-its-kind study for African emigrant students in India, we used field survey method, and the primary data were collected using a pre-structured questionnaire.Setting:This was a field survey conducted in Punjab (a state of India).Participants:One hundred and twenty African emigrant students participated in the survey.Results:Results of logistic regression indicated that food awareness (P = 0·027) and food suitability (P = 0·043) were the major determinants of dietary acculturation. Lack of familiarity and lack of proximity to food access points are the major problems faced by the African emigrant students. African emigrant students prepared for dietary acculturation largely only after coming to India. There is a significant positive correlation (P = 0·013) between problems faced by the respondents and tendency to prepare for acculturation after coming to India.Conclusions:Information regarding local food environment plays a significant role in dietary acculturation. There is a pertinent need to educate emigrant students regarding food availability and access by developing suitable educational content.

scholarly journals Co-Creation as an Innovative Way to Develop an Enterprise—Cross-Country Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (23) ◽  
pp. 6737 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wiścicka-Fernando ◽  
Misiak-Kwit ◽  
Fernando
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
University Students ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Field Survey ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Limited Experience ◽  
Country Analysis ◽  
Cross Country ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Among many solutions that can boost company innovativeness, co-creation is mentioned in the literature as one of them. This paper reports the findings of a pilot study conducted in China, Georgia, Poland, Romania, and Sri Lanka. The aim of the article is to find differences and similarities among respondents from different countries considering their attitude towards the process of co-creation. To gather primary data, a field survey method was adopted with a structured questionnaire. The target group of the survey consisted of university students, aged between 22 to 23 years old, who, by virtue of their psycho-physical characteristics, are more eager to share their experience and engage in various activities. A questionnaire-based survey was conducted from June to December 2016 among 500 university students. Despite the limited experience of respondents in co-creation, replies indicate their willingness, openness, and positive attitude towards co-creation.

scholarly journals EMPATHY OF THE BANCASSURANCE CHANNEL: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 30-47
Author(s):  
Mousumi Choudhury ◽  
Ranjit Singh ◽  
K. Kajol ◽  
Shashi Kant Rai
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Major Conclusion ◽  
Retention Strategy ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Guwahati City ◽  
High Level ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to assess the customers’ perception regarding empathy exhibited by the bancassurance channel and factors affecting it. Design/Methodology/Approach: Using random sampling, the data was collected from customers of several branches of State bank of India in Guwahati city of Assam, who have availed life insurance services from these branches. Tool of structured questionnaire was used to collect primary data. Mean, standard deviation, regression analysis was used to analyze the data and draw logical conclusions. Findings: The study shows that customer perceives bancassurance channel to have a high level of empathy towards customers. It was also found that none of the demographic variables considered in the study have any impact on influencing perception. Therefore, policymaker can adopt one fits all approach in the case of demographic aspects to improve the empathetic nature showed by the bancassurance channel. Research Limitations: The study takes into consideration the customers who have bought Life insurance service from various branches of State Bank of India, Guwahati, Assam, India. Originality: The study is first of its kind in assessing customer’s perception of empathy shown by the bancassurance channel. The study will be useful for researchers, academicians and those working in the area of bancassurance and in their understanding about factors influencing customer experience, satisfaction and retention strategy. Major Conclusion: The study finds that customers of the bancassurance channel perceive that the channel demonstrates high empathy. Therefore, policymaker can advocate for an increase in penetration of life insurance through the bancassurance channel. As there is no association between the demographic factors and customers’ perception towards empathy shown by the bancassurance channel, policymaker can adopt one fits all approach in the case of demographic aspects to improve the empathetic nature showed by the bancassurance channel.  

The Impact of Demographic Factor on Consumer Buying Behaviour: A Study of Retail Sector in Delhi NCR

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shamsher Singh ◽  
Ameet Sao
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Method ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Retail Sector ◽  
Demographic Shift ◽  
Customer Perception ◽  
Shopping Experience ◽  
Buying Behaviour ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The retail sector is growing a faster pace in India due to demographic shift in population and growing middle class. It is an opportunity for both organized and unorganized sectors. The purpose of this article is to study the customer perception and shopping experience about organized and unorganized retailing with special reference to Delhi and NCR and find out whether the preferences for organized and unorganized retailing are dependent or independent demographic characteristics of consumers. The study has used the primary data collected from 200 respondents through survey method using structured questionnaire. Convenient sampling method was used during the

scholarly journals Relationships between Final Purchasers and Offerors in the Context of Their Perception by Final Purchasers

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 3271
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Izabela Baruk
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
World Literature ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Marketing Process ◽  
Research Gap

The aim of this article was to identify the role of good mutual relationships with offerors for final purchasers, as well as define the meaning of the perception of offerors in the scope of listening to purchasers’ opinions and profiting from purchasers’ readiness to cooperate for the specificities of the prosumeric activity. A deep analysis of the world literature was used to prepare the theoretical part of this paper. The results of this analysis confirm the existing cognitive gap and research gap regarding mentioned aspects, including energy market. Empirical studies were conducted to reduce identified gaps. The survey method was used to collect primary data. The collected data were subjected to quantitative analysis, during which statistical analysis methods and tests were applied (Pearson chi-square independence test, V-Cramer factor analysis, Kruskal–Wallis test (KW), and exploratory factor analysis). The results of the statistical analysis and testing allowed the three research hypotheses formulated to be checked. Between the significance of good relationships with offerors and their perception, a statistically significant dependence was identified for all groups of offerors. The perception of offerors was a feature differentiating respondents’ opinions about the significance of good relationships with offerors for the two following groups: producers and traders. Additionally, the perception of offerors was a feature differentiating forms of prosumeric activity of respondents only for three interpurchase behaviors. The results obtained have a visible cognitive and applicability value. They contribute to the theory of marketing, as well as possibly facilitating the formation of good mutual relationships between offerors (including offerors of energy) and final purchasers as key partners cooperating with offerors in the marketing process. The approach presented in this paper has not been studied and analyzed so far, either in theoretical or in practical terms. This fact confirms its originality and value.

scholarly journals Farmer Preference to High Elevation Rice Technological Packages for Accelerating Technological Dissemination (A case Study in Humbang Hasundutan Regency)

Agro Ekonomi ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Setia Sari Girsang ◽  
Agung B Santosa ◽  
Tommy Purba ◽  
Deddy R Siagian ◽  
Khadijah E Ramija
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
High Elevation ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
User Friendliness ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
High Level ◽  
Level Of Importance

Accelerating the introduction of a new technological package is needed to increase the productivity of high elevation puddled rice in Humbang Hasundutan. The objectives of the study are to find out the perception of the existence of technological packages and farmers' preference for a new technological package. The study used a survey method with primary data gathered using questionnaires. The criteria of locations and respondents were used to obtain relevant respondents and data concerning their knowledge of high elevation puddled rice cultivation.  The collected data were processed by using Importance Performance Analysis in order to find out the level of Importance and Satisfaction of the indicators and the valued aspects in the technological package components. The results of the study showed that the socio-economic aspects had to be heeded in organizing the technological package. Indicators having a high level of importance and a low level of satisfaction consisted of production cost, quality of seeds, farmer groups empowerment, technology information institution, capital cost, agricultural tools and machines, pest control, sales price, irrigation canals, and farm roads. On the other hand, introducing new superior seeds, productivity attribute and planting age were important indicators for local farmers as to improve the quality of existing seeds. Farmers group expected that the technological package had a high level of productivity, better access to input, low cost, and good user-friendliness in its application.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Physical Well-being of Nepalese Children

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 32-36
Author(s):  
Raj Kumar Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Field Survey ◽  
Sampling Methods ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Standard Of Living ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Community Health Volunteers ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Nepalese Children ◽  
Nutritional Status Of Children

The main objective of this article is to find out the child physical well-belling or nutritional status of children under three years according to demographic, socio-economic, health care, diseases and also standard of living based on primary data. Quantitative and descriptive research design were used to study this article. Out of three hundred ninety five household, one hundred sixty eight respondents (mothers) those whose children seem to be below three years as well as those who seem to be able to give their interview were taken as sample with the help of purposively sampling methods. The data were collected from the field survey in the month of November, 1999 with the help of questionnaire fill-up methods with two Community Health Volunteers (CHVs). All respondents were taken from Yadav, Backward Community like Chamar, Dushadh , Muslim and Amat, and then analyzed.Academic Voices Vol.6 2016: 32-36

scholarly journals Peran Kelembagaan dalam Sistem Pemasaran Cabai Merah di Sumatera Utara

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 176
Author(s):  
Amelira Haris Nasution ◽  
Hanter Hanter ◽  
Primananda Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Institutional Development ◽  
Chili Pepper ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Level Institution ◽  
High Level

Fluctuation in the price of red chili pepper is an old problem in the horticultural product trade, moreover, the high level of red chili pepper consumption also has an impact on the sensitivity of red chili pepper prices in the market. The cause of this fluctuation is not only due to production and productivity factors of red chili pepper but also due to distribution factors and the role of marketing of each agency. The purpose of this study was (1) to describe the institutions involved in the marketing of red chili pepper; (2) to analyze the functions and roles of institutions in the marketing of red chili pepper; (3) to analyze the potential of institutional development in producing marketing recommendations system in the future. This research was conducted in North Sumatra by selecting 3 districts, namely Karo Regency, Deli Serdang Regency, and Dairi Regency. The data method used was a survey method with qualitative data analysis. The data used consisted of primary data (observation, interviews, and questionnaires) and secondary data (literature study). The method of processing and data analysis used was descriptive qualitative analysis. The results showed: (1) there are 2 main institutions in the marketing of red chili pepper, namely a marketing agency and a farmer institution; (2) those institutions have different roles in the marketing of red chili pepper and the results of the research show that marketing agencies have a bigger role in marketing red chili pepper; (3) the existing STA is the potential for farmer level institutional development. It is necessary to strengthen farmer level institution without forgetting farmers and also marketing institutions that play a role in the red chili marketing system.

scholarly journals RESTRUCTURING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-38
Author(s):  
Abimiku John ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Constitutional Review ◽  
National Assembly ◽  
Distribution Of Resources ◽  
Political Office ◽  
High Level ◽  
Efficient Distribution

The research is designed to assess the effect of restructuring and economic development in Nigeria. A review of the relevant literature and previous studies support the adoption of Marxist political economy theory as its theoretical framework while, survey method was adopted as its methodology. Oral interviews and questionnaire were employed in collecting primary data where as the analysis of data was executed using percentages. Among the findings, it was revealed by this study that the need for restructuring is for effective decentralization of political power and effective resource control and restructuring can also bring about proper allocation and equitable distribution of resources which will enhance economic development. It was therefore recommended that the Nigerian government should show a high level of readiness towards restructuring the economy by putting in place all the necessary structures needed for efficient distribution and utilization of resources also, the National Assembly should review the allocation formula to empower the second and third tiers of government in revenue generation as well as the citizenry should be sensitized to demand for zoning of political office to be included in ongoing constitutional review process.

scholarly journals Penggunaan Input yang Optimal pada Usaha Tani Kedelai (Suatu Kasus di Desa Sukahurip, Kecamatan Pangatikan, Kabupaten Garut, Jawa Barat)

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 556-563
Author(s):  
Eti Suminartika
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Optimal Level ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Soybean Production ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Input Use

The majority of soybean supply is fulfilled by importation and the import of soybean tends to increase. The dependency of Indonesia on imported soybean indeed becomes a serious issue in maintaining food security and local production of soybean is low and quite decreasing. The low domestic soybean production might be caused by the inappropriate used of inputs. Many cases found in the field are the inefficient uses of input factors. The purpose of this study is to analyze the factors influencing the soybean production and to analyze the optimal level of input use in soybean production. The study was conducted in the Sukahurip Village, Pangatikan Sub-District, Garut District, West Java in July 2018. The research method used was a survey method. The data used consisted of primary and secondary data. Primary data were obtained from samples of soybean farmers and samples of farmers were taken by a simple random sampling. The data were analyzed by Cobb Douglass`s Production function (to analyze factors affecting soybean production) and the NPM that was equal to BKM formula was used to determine the optimal level of inputs use. Factors influencing soybean production are land and seeds. Land use, seeds, and ZA fertilizer have not been used efficiently because of the limited land use and the use of substandard inputs. The addition of inputs to the optimal level is 1.36 hectares of land use and 52.7 kg of seeds that will maximize the profits. Keywords: efficiency, input, optimal, production, soybean

scholarly journals An Empirical Analysis of Training Facilities in Micro-Small-Medium Enterprises (MSME) for Self-Help Groups (SHG)

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 23-42
Author(s):  
Siddhartha Thyagarajan ◽  
Thangasamy Nambirajan ◽  
Ganeshkumar Chandirasekaran
Keyword(s):  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Legal Provisions ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Small Medium Enterprises ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Self Help Groups ◽  
Union Territory ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The article presents the findings from the study on the training facilities in Micro-Small-Medium Enterprises (MSME) for Self-Help Groups (SHG) in the Union Territory of Puducherry region. The research variables were adopted in accordance to the legal provisions of SHG. Primary data of 127 random sample of MSMEs was collected through a survey method using structured questionnaire. Results show that 63% of the MSME has not undertaken any training for their suppliers, while a good proportion of the companies consisting of 15.7% have provided between 1-2 trainings. The study argues that the policy maker should identify large number of economically development-oriented skills and include them in training programmes to encourage increased development of microenterprises.

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