scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF TRAINING NEEDS AND COMPETENCE LEVEL OF EXTENSION WORKERS IN KANO STATE, NIGERIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 424-435
Author(s):  
I. Tafida ◽  
A. K Yusuf ◽  
A. M. Kabir ◽  
A. Abdullahi
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Extension Agents ◽  
Skills Gap ◽  
Technical Aspects ◽  
Good Communication ◽  
Competence Level

The study assessed the competence level and skills gap of extension agents in Kano State, Nigeria. Three (3) Local Government Areas were purposively selected from each of the three administrative zones making a total of nine Local Government Areas. A total of 117 extension agents were randomly selected and data were collected using structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, Training Needs Analysis and SWOT Analysis were used to analyse the data. The study revealed that extension services in the study area were male dominated (88.9%) and more than two third obtained Ordinary and Higher National Diplomas. Extension workers were found to understand the organizations’ needs and had the impressions that issues of the organizations can be solved through training. The study further revealed that extension workers were competent in learning initiative and enterprises (3.41), team work (3.24), communication and problem solving (3.15) while they were found to be least competent in planning and organization (2.91) and leadership (2.96). The SWOT analysis found the strength and weakness of the extension workers as transferring of information through regular interactions with farmers (3.4) and having too many jobs with different specializations (3.12) while highest ranked opportunities and threats were good communication skills with farmers (3.44) and interference of politicians into technical aspects (3.41), respectively. Therefore, frequent professional and technical trainings, employment of more extension workers especially women, disengagement of politicians from technical aspects and collaboration with research institutes and universities would improve capacity and efficiency of extension service delivery in the study area.

scholarly journals Perbedaan Kompetensi Profesional Guru Matematika SD Melalui KKG Yang Dibina Meqip Dengan Yang Tidak Dibina Meqip Di Kabupaten Barru

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 307
Author(s):  
Hj Karliati
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Mathematics Teacher ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Statistics Analysis ◽  
Competence Level ◽  
The Difference

This study aimed at discovering the degree of  professional competence of elementary school’s mathematics teacher through Team Work Teachers (TWT) which trained and untrained by MEQIP, and also at examining to what extend the difference of professional competence level of elementary school;s mathematics teacher through TWT which trained and untrained by MEQIP at Barru. This study was descriptive and inferential research.The data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics analysis and inferential statistcs analysis. The result of the level of professional competence of elementary school’s mahtematics teachers by TWT not by MEQIP was in average category, and likewise, teachers’ competence in mastering advance program required serious attention because. The level of professional competence of elementary school’s mathematics TWT trained by MEQIP was in good category, and teachers’ competence in compiling program of elementary school was undoubted because need tobe improved by giving sufficient facilities.     

Studi pengembangan unit perbenihan ikan laut di Pulau Gumilamo Kabupaten Halmahera Utara

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yitzhak Koloba ◽  
Hengky J Sinjal ◽  
Ockstan Kalesaran
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Development Strategy ◽  
Marine Fish ◽  
Government Regulation ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Fishing Effort ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Fish Hatchery ◽  
The Development Strategy ◽  
Internal And External Factors

This research intended  to evaluate the development strategy of Marine Fish Hatchery Unit at Gumilamo Island, North Halmahera. Analysis SWOT was used to determine the development strategy. Data were collected by questionnaire, interview and literature relevant to the research. SWOT analysis showed the internal and external factors that affected the development of Marine Fish Hatchery at Gumilamo island. The strenght were location, water quality , local government support, and availability of seeds and feed. Weakness were lack of public interest, lack of extension and human resources. Opportunity were the high value of the sale, business opportunities and  local government regulation. Treat were  dependence on fishing effort and safety.   Keywords : hatchery, gumilamo, north halmahera, SWOT analysis

Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Pediatric Funeral Services: A National Survey of Funeral Professionals

2021 ◽  
pp. 104990912110192
Author(s):  
Kristin James ◽  
Betsy Hawley ◽  
Carrie R. McCoy ◽  
Lisa C. Lindley
Keyword(s):  
Needs Assessment ◽  
Initial Point ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Collaborative Networks ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Funeral Directors ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Funeral Services

Background: Funeral professionals offer a unique opportunity to support, educate, and advocate for grieving families after the death of a child. From the initial point of contact to the burial, funeral professionals shape the final moments and memories of a family and a community. And yet, little is known about the needs of funeral professionals to provide high quality services when a child dies. Objectives: To conduct a needs assessment among funeral professionals in conducting funeral services for children. Methods: Active National Funeral Directors Association members were surveyed on their experience and needs in providing pediatric funeral services. The survey contained 41 questions about experience, skills, and knowledge in providing pediatric funerals. The survey included multiple choice, yes/no, and open-ended questions. Descriptive statistics were generated from the survey items and comments/open-ended questions were coded and assessed for themes. Results: More than 200 responses were received. The respondents conducted 43 pediatric funeral services in a 5-year period (approx. 8 services/year). The top 5 self-identified training needs included grieving parents, grieving siblings, memorials, comforting the community, and outreach. Themes from the open-ended questions were (a) maintaining professionalism, (b) managing emotions and experiences, (c) assessing family dynamics, (d) managing professional skills, and (e) building collaborative networks. Conclusions: Specific training needs were identified that will inform the development of targeted training for funeral professionals to improve their skills and knowledge of pediatric funeral services.

ASSESSMENT OF SOIL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF FARMERS IN ZARIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 411-417
Author(s):  
Salamatu Suleiman ◽  
Usman Kibbon Adamu ◽  
Jibril Abdullahi
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Management Practice ◽  
Soil Management ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Animal Manure ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Extension Agents ◽  
Soil Management Practice ◽  
Set Up

This study examined the soil management practices of farmers in Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna state, Nigeria. Both primary and secondary means of data collection were employed in the study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select both the study locations and the respondents based on the characteristics of the population and the objectives of the study. The sample size of 384 copies of questionnaire was purposively used to acquire data from the selected respondents. This was analyzed in SPSS 2.0 version, using simple descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages and mean derived from 4-point Likert scale. The study indicated that the most adopted soil management practice by the respondents was the use of animal manure with 28.1%. This is followed by Mixed Cropping (26.3%). while shifting cultivation is the least practice (1.7%). The results also revealed that manure application is the most effective soil management practice with a mean score of ( = 4.21). while the lowest mean score is zero tilling with a value of ( = 1.51). Findings also showed that Soil fertility depletion is the strongest challenge to soil management practices with 32.9%.  The paper concludes that farmers in the study area can adopt many soil management practices. The paper recommends that there is need for mobile advisory teams of agricultural extension agents and the N-power agro unit to be set up, equipped, mobilized to reach out farmers to increase their awareness on adoption of improved agro soil management practices through training and consultation with farmers.

scholarly journals Pengembangan Usaha Budidaya Ikan Lele (Clarias sp.) di Lahan Kering di Kabupaten Gunungkidul, Provinsi Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-105
Author(s):  
Denny Jatnika ◽  
Komar Sumantadinata ◽  
Nora Herdiana Pandjaitan
Keyword(s):  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Business Development ◽  
Feasibility Analysis ◽  
Dry Land ◽  
Technical Aspects ◽  
Traditional Markets ◽  
Capital Efficiency ◽  
Market Coverage ◽  
The One ◽  
Descriptive Method

The one commodity that is highly prospective for cultivated on an industrial scale and households are catfish (Clarias sp.). The purpose of this study was (1) analyze the feasibility of catfish farming in dry land in the district of Gunung Kidul Yogyakarta Province, (2) analyze the potential of catfish farming in ponds tarp on dry land, (3) develop alternative business development in the district of Gunung Kidul Yogyakarta Province. The method used in this thesis is descriptive method that focuses on technical aspects and business cultivation, as well as a SWOT analysis. Based on the feasibility analysis has a promising prospect and deserves to be developed. To maximize revenue catfish farmers, a combination of strategies SO, WO Strategies and strategy ST is an appropriate strategy to be chosen by farmers to improve their business. Increase the number and extent of ponds and develop farming, applying methods of maintenance and cultivation of good, as well as expand market coverage ranging from individual consumers, restaurants and traditional markets to restaurants to modern markets to improve capital efficiency and increase profits for farmers catfish on dry land in the district of Gunung Kidul.

scholarly journals LESSENING THE PREVALENCE OF POVERTY THROUGH FISH PRODUCTION IN DUTSINMA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF THE KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
pp. 1-1
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Family Size ◽  
Gini Coefficient ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Fish Production ◽  
Profitability Analysis ◽  
Poverty Status ◽  
Distribution Of Income

This study was conducted in the Dutsinma local Government area of Katsina State on the lessening of the prevalence of poverty through fish production. The primary data used were obtained using structured questionnaires administered to eighty (n = 80) fishermen in the study area. Descriptive statistics, Gini coefficient and profitability analysis were employed to analyze the data. The result showed that 53% of the fishermen were young, 100% were males and 85% were married. Some of the fishermen (52%) had a family size of between 1 and 5. Also 53% had acquired Quranic edification. Results from the study exposed those fishermen use their income to re-invest into fishing activities. The Gini coefficient value of 0.53 indicates that there wereinequalities in the distribution of income. The poverty status of the fishermen showed that 23% and 35% of them were core poor and non-poor respectively. It was also found that fishing was a profitable venture and 100% of the fishermen were faced with inaccessibility to credit facilities. Therefore, it was concluded that the production of fish in this area may lowerthe levels of poverty easily of adopted by re-investment in thissector.

scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BEHAVIOR OF THE AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WORKERS AND FARMERS’ SATISFACTION WITH THE EXTENSION SERVICES IN KURA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, KANO STATE, NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
pp. 43-52
Author(s):  
Ali Giginyu ◽  
Danladi Bala
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Agricultural Extension ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Sampling Frame ◽  
Strong Positive Relationship ◽  
Extension Work ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Satisfaction With Services ◽  
Extension Staff

The study was conducted to determine the attitude of extension staff towards agricultural extension work, examine the nature of the relationship between farmers and agricultural extension staff, examine the scope of farmers’ satisfaction with services provided by extension workers, and determine the challenges affecting effective relationship between farmers and agricultural extension staff in Kura Local Government, Kano State, Nigeria. The population of the study was 2567 registered farmers and 8 qualified Extension workers. Questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. 80 respondents were used as the sampling frame. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics i.e. percentage and frequency count. The research findings revealed that there is strong positive relationship between behavior of Agricultural Extension Workers and farmers satisfaction, the findings of the study indicated, among others, that the challenges affecting relationship between the farmers and the Extension Staff in the study area included staff inadequacy, slow process and the attitude of the Extension Workers toward Agricultural Extension exercise included dedication to duty, positive manners, among the others. Additionally, the findings indicated that the nature of the relationship between the farmers and Agricultural Extension Workers was based on Extension workers farm visit, response to request and enquiries by the farmers and friendliness to the farmers. It is therefore, recommended that the number of Extension workers should be added and welfare package of the Extension Workers should be improved to avoid delay in the process, to mention but a few.

scholarly journals STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN KELEMBAGAAN KOPERASI PERTANIAN BERBASIS JAGUNG DI PROVINSI GORONTALO

2009 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lukman M Baga
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Product Quality ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Social Institution ◽  
Sustainable Production ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Road Map ◽  
Farmer Organization

success of an integrate agribusiness system of a commodity must be followed by the increase of farmers’ bargain position, especially the small scale agribusiness runs by farmers. Otherwise, farmer will continue to be marginalized, and sustainable production is hard to be achieved. Farmer organization in Indonesia is relatively has weak position and cannot improve farmers’ bargain position since it is still in social institution form (i.e. farmer group), and yet become a socio-economic institution (cooperative). In many countries, farmers’ cooperative not only improves the production, productivity and product quality, but also lead to increase in welfare and life quality of its members. This study specifically aimed to develop corn farmer co-operative in Gorontalo Province. SWOT analysis was being used to formulate the strategy, followed by strategy mapping in road-map as guidance for local government to develop corn farmer co-operative that suitable with its character.Keyword: agribusiness, corn, farmer group, farmer co-operative, Gorontalo.

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