Sustainable children investment in guinea pig production and its implications for extension services

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-85
Author(s):  
M. O. Ojo
Keyword(s):  
Guinea Pig ◽  
Guinea Pigs ◽  
Agricultural Development ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Pig Production ◽  
Extension System ◽  
And Performance

This study was conducted specifically to identify the level of children investment in guinea pigs production, the major sources of fund for the children, the methods of communication between the children and their source of information, and to determine their level of performance in guinea pig production. Implications for extension service were also determined. The children who invested in the production of guinea pigs within llesa East Local Government Area of Osun State constituted the study population. Simple random sampling technique was used to select twenty-five percent of the population as sample. To this end respondents were selected and interviewed for the study using structured interview schedule. The data collected were analysed through frequency counts, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Correlation analysis was used to establish relationship between the variable of the study. Findings revealed that all the respondents were male secondary school children, aged between 11 and 20 years. The major sources of information were friends (100%), successful farmers (27.3%) Osun State Agricultural Development Programme (OSADEP) 27.3%), interpersonal visits (92.796) and field demonstration (81.8%). Majority (52.7%) of the respondents had between 1 and 4 guinea pigs while only few (9.1%) had between 15 and 19 guinea pigs. Positive and significant correlation existed between the sources of agricultural information and the performance of children in guinea pig production (r=0.313) and between methods of communication (when combined) and performance of respondents in guinea pigs production (r=0.291), Based on the findings, it was posited that the agricultural extension system should identify and reach the children guinea pig producer with programmes intended to encourage sustainable guinea pigs production. 

Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on indigenous contractors in a developing economy

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathaniel Ayinde Olatunde ◽  
Imoleayo Abraham Awodele ◽  
Bosede Olajumoke Adebayo
Keyword(s):  
Developing Economies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Additional Cost ◽  
Developing Economy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Construction Contracts ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on indigenous contractors in a developing economy with a view to enhancing their performance. Design/methodology/approach The study used a purposive sampling technique to select 37 indigenous contractors with ongoing construction contracts in Osun State, Nigeria who provided data for the study. A structured interview protocol was used to elicit the required information from the interviewees and frequency, percentage and content analysis were used for data analysis. Findings The results showed that the critical impact of COVID-19 on indigenous contractors in a developing economy is: time overrun, loss of profit and creation of dispute. Further results showed that other impacts are a disruption in supply of labour, locally sourced materials are with additional cost, the additional cost of implementing COVID-19 protocols, difficulty in sourcing imported materials and absence of new jobs with the corresponding retrenchment of workers. Practical implications The study recommended special palliatives for the indigenous contractors from the government so as to cushion the impact of the pandemic on them, thereby enhance their survival and performance. A special arbitration panel is set up in each state of the federation to look at disputes arising from the aftermath of the pandemic, this is with a view to adequately compensate indigenous contractors with genuine and properly compiled claims. inferring from the findings of the study, it suffices to say that the severity of the impact of the pandemic is very high on indigenous contractors in developing economies, as such a better preparedness strategy could lessen the impact of such pandemic in the future. Originality/value The study is an attempt to unearth the impact of COVID-19 on indigenous contractors with ongoing construction contracts in a developing economy. The study will be of value to construction stakeholders in providing the information needed to devise strategies to minimise the impact of a pandemic on indigenous contractors in future projects thereby enhance their performance.

scholarly journals Effect of Teachers’ Own Perception of Their Profession on Job Satisfaction and Performance in the Private Primary Schools in Yei Town, South Sudan

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 235
Author(s):  
Alyaha Daniel Felix Ohide ◽  
Rosemary Wahu Mbogo
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Private Schools ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
South Sudan ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Head Teachers ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact

<div><p>Teachers often find themselves frustrated at work because of conflicting expectations concerning their professional and social roles within the community. This paper looks at the effect of teachers’ perception of their profession on their satisfaction at job and performance. The authors employ a survey design in private schools in Yei Town, South Sudan to establish the impact of these perceptions. Simple random sampling technique was used to select the respondents from ten private schools. The respondents’ therefore included 10 head teachers, 100 teachers giving a total of 110 respondents. Questionnaires were used for data collection. Data collected was analysed by the use of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 12.0 was and presented in frequencies and percentages and a regression analysis performed to establish the relationships among the variables. The study findings indicated that a considerable number of the teachers (38.9%) indicated that teacher’s own perception of their own profession does not affect the teachers’ job satisfaction and performance.</p></div>

scholarly journals The Awareness of Social Studies Pre-Service Teachers About the Concept of Environmental Waste Recycling and Acrostics Trials

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Özlem Ulu Kalın ◽  
Erol Koçoğlu
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Waste Recycling ◽  
Social Studies Teachers ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Impact

Due to globalization and the impact of industrialization and urbanization, natural resources are wasted, and popular consumption leads to environmental waste. The problem of waste that deteriorates individual and social life is a prominent current issue. Recycling, described as the remanufacturing, production and employment of collected material, is an important solution to that problem. The present study aimed to determine the awareness of pre-service social studies teachers about the concept of environmental waste recycling and to analyze acrostic poems written by the participants. The study findings included the views of the pre-service social studies teachers. A semi-structured interview form was developed by the authors under expert supervision and employed to collect the views of the pre-service teachers. The pre-service teachers included in the study sample were assigned with simple random sampling technique and the study group included 162 pre-service social studies teachers. The descriptive survey model was employed in the study, the data were analyzed with content and descriptive analysis techniques to determine thematic codes. Furthermore, an acrostic poem authoring activity on the concept of recycling was conducted with the participants. The poems authored by the participants are presented as a category in a table in the findings section. The study findings revealed significant results on the recycling concept and processes. It was determined that the views of the participating pre-service social studies teachers reflected a high level of awareness on the concept of recycling and exhibited various perspectives on the implementation.

Problem faced by rice farmers in the adoption of rice production practices in Sahibganj district of Jharkhand

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
pp. 54-56
Author(s):  
Maya Kumari
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Rice Production ◽  
Rice Farming ◽  
New Production ◽  
Rice Farmers ◽  
Extension System ◽  
Main Crop ◽  
Production Practices ◽  
Perceived Constraints

The study was conducted in Sahibganj district of Jharkhand. There are 9 blocks in Sahibganj district. Five blocks are selected for study, namely Sahibganj, Rajmahal, Barharwa, Taljhari and Udhwa. All these block cultivated paddy as a main crop. Using simple random sampling technique, twenty five farmers were selected from each of the five selected villages from each block, making total 125 respondents for the study. The study has clearly brought out that the major constraints perceived by farmers were technical constraints related to non availability of inputs at time, financial constraints related to high cost of inputs, and extension constraints related to lack of training on new production technology of paddy. In order to improve rice production and overcome the perceived constraints, rice growers suggested the construction and regular maintenance of adequate rice farming infrastructure, particularly those related to irrigation and drainage, improvement of extension system through training, demonstration, information through different channels), availability of inputs at reasonable price and the provision of crop insurance.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Kompensasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Pada PT Mora Telematika Indonesia Jakarta

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-32
Author(s):  
Mia Hardina ◽  
Resista Vikaliana
Keyword(s):  
Employee Performance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Simple Linear Regression ◽  
Correlational Research ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Independent Variable ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Moderate Relationship

This research was conducted because the performance of employees at PT Mora Telematics Indonesia is not optimal so it is suspected that there is an effect of compensation on employee performance at PT Mora Telematics Indonesia Jakarta. This research uses a quantitative approach with correlational research. The study population was 150 employees with a sample of 60 respondents who were taken using simple random sampling technique and data collection techniques using a questionnaire. Simple Linear Regression and Hypothesis Testing were used in this study. Based on the results of the analysis, it is known that there is a positive and significant influence between compensation and performance. Thus H1 is accepted and H0 is rejected. The effect of compensation on performance is indicated by the regression equation Y =. The results also show a correlation coefficient or r of 0.452, which means that there is a moderate relationship between the independent variable, namely compensation to the dependent variable, namely employee performance. Meanwhile, the coefficient of determination or r-square of 0.204 shows that compensation for performance has an effect of 20.4% and the remaining 79.6% is influenced by other variables not observed in this study

scholarly journals The Impact of Sick Building Syndrome on Call Centre Agents’ Effectiveness

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 532-547 ◽  
Author(s):  
Devina Oodith
Keyword(s):  
Graphical Representation ◽  
Sick Building Syndrome ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Call Centre ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Sick Building ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Public Sector Service

This study assessed the impact of Sick Building Syndrome (layout, ergonomic design of workstation, lighting/ventilation, health and performance, noise and aesthetics) on the effectiveness of Call Centre agents in managing customers and their needs. The study was undertaken in Durban, South Africa, and was conducted within a Public Sector service environment, which comprised of four major call centers employing 240 call centre agents. A sample of 151 call centre agents was drawn across using a simple random sampling technique and a 63% response rate was achieved. These call centre agents were responsible for inbound calls only. Data was collected using a self-developed, precoded questionnaire whose validity and reliability were statistically determined using Factor Analysis and Cronbach’s Coefficient Alpha respectively. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results indicate that the dimensions of Sick building Syndrome have the potential to impact on agents’ performance. Based on the results of the study a graphical representation has been designed and presents recommendations that, when implemented in call centre environments, have the potential to enhance agents’ effectiveness in managing customers and their needs.

scholarly journals Gambaran Tingkat Pengetahuan Ibu tentang Obesitas pada Anak di Kota Manado Tahun 2015

e-CliniC ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurlana Ali ◽  
Vivekenanda Pateda ◽  
Audrey Wahani
Keyword(s):  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Highly Educated ◽  
Knowledge Age ◽  
Obesity In Children

Abstract: Obesity is a health problem and its number of cases is increasing worldwide. The prevalence of overweight and obesity in children in the world increased from 4.2% in 1990 to 6.7% in 2010, and is expected to reach 9.1% in 2020. This study was aimed to obtain the level of mothers’ knowledge about obesity in children in Manado 2015. This was a descriptive study with a cross sectional design. Population were mothers who visited Puskesmas Bahu (primary health care). The instrument used in this research was an interview consisting of 19 questions. Samples were mothers who had their children visited Puskesmas Bahu, obtained by using simple random sampling technique. The results showed 91 mothers as respondents. The majority of respondents (40.7%) had good knowledge about obesity in children. Among respondents with good knowledge, 23.8% were highly educated; age 20-30 years and 21-40 years had the same percentage (17.6%); worked as private employment (15.39%); and got information from print media (19.79%). Conclusion: The majority of mothers whose children visited Puskesmas Bahu had good knowledge. Age, education, work, and sources of information became the benchmark for the level of knowledge about obesity in children.Keywords: knowledge, obesity Abstrak: Obesitas merupakan masalah kesehatan yang jumlahnya meningkat diseluruh dunia. Prevalensi overweight dan obesitas pada anak di dunia meningkat dari 4,2% di tahun 1990 menjadi 6,7% di tahun 2010, dan diperkirakan akan mencapai 9,1% di tahun 2020. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan gambaran tingkat pengetahuan ibu tentang obesitas pada anak di Kota Manado tahun 2015. Jenis penilitian ialah deskriptif dengan desain potong lintang. Populasi penelitian ialah ibu-ibu yang berkunjung ke Puskesmas Bahu. Sampel penelitian ialah ibu-ibu yang memiliki anak yang berkunjung ke Puskesmas Bahu Kota Manado dengan responden sebanyak 91 orang. Instrumen yang digunakan ialah wawancara yang terdiri dari 19 pertannyaan. Pengambilan sampel dengan menggunakan teknik simple random sampling. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan pengetahuan ibu tentang obesitas pada anak yang terbanyak ialah baik sebanyak 37 responden (40,7%). Tingkat pengetahuan baik terbanyak berdasarkan pendidikan yaitu pendidikan perguruan tinggi (23,8 %); usia 20-30 tahun dan 21-40 tahun memiliki persentase yang sama (17,6%); pekerjaan swasta (15,39%); dan sumber informasi dari media cetak (19,79%). Simpulan: Mayoritas ibu dengan anak yang berkunjung ke Puskesmas Bahu Kota Manado memiliki pengetahuan baik. Usia, pendidikan, pekerjaan, dan sumber informasi menjadi tolok ukur tingkat pengetahuan ibu tentang obesitas pada anak.Kata kunci: pengetahuan, obesitas

scholarly journals Stakeholder Mapping and Corporate Social Responsibility

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-40
Author(s):  
Ruchi Tyagi
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Interest Groups ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Final Study ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Sports Goods

The purpose of this paper is whom do Sports Goods Industry (SGI) consider as their stakeholder, which stakeholders they give priority to others and why. The present study is exploratory. A list of sports goods manufacturers in Meerut was procured from the Federation of sports goods manufacturers. The total number of manufacturers as per the list was 356. With the help of a simple random sampling technique, 50 were selected for a pilot study, and 100 for the final study. The required information obtained using a structured interview schedule. There are nine interest groups identified by the SGI Meerut. These are - customers, suppliers, competitors, governments, partners, communities, owners, investors and labor. Out of the recognized interest groups in SGI Meerut, customers top the list of preference. There is a need of accommodating stakeholders concerns in business.

scholarly journals The Influence of Publicity and Sales Promotion on Marketing Performance in Nigeria

2022 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 451-464
Author(s):  
Michael Segun Ogunmuyiwa
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Sales Promotion ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Jel Codes ◽  
Marketing Environment ◽  
Marketing Performance ◽  
And Performance

Sales promotion and publicity are key promotional marketing tools which have assisted organizations to wax stronger in a global competitive environment. This study investigates the significance of publicity and sales promotion in Nigeria. The research design adopted for this study is survey research design while the sampling technique adopted is simple random sampling technique The Chi-square method is used to test the hypothesis based on the responses from the five-point Likert rating scale of the structured questionnaire. The findings reveal that publicity and sales promotion are veritable tools for achieving organizational marketing goals in a competitive marketing environment. It is recommended that publicity and sales promotion should be well utilized to stimulate customers demand, boost organizational reputation without detriment to product quality and performance. JEL Codes: M31, M37 Keywords: publicity, sales promotion, digital marketing era, promotion mix, marketing tools, marketing performance

scholarly journals Socio-Economic Impact of Hybrid Castor - (YRCH 1) among Salem and Namakkal Castor Farmers

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (special) ◽  
Author(s):  
Naveena D ◽  
◽  
Srivara Buddhi Bhuvaneswari S ◽  
Shibi Sebastian ◽  
Patil S G ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Research Station ◽  
Biotic And Abiotic Stress ◽  
New Production ◽  
Planting Pattern ◽  
Production Technologies ◽  
Socio Economic Impact

India has the largest area (11.48 lakh ha) and the highest productivity (1666 kg ha-1) of castor in the world. Castor is one of the crucial non-edible oilseed crops grown in arid and semi-arid regions. Castor farming is currently besieged by a slew of issues, including fluctuating rainfall patterns, biotic and abiotic stress. Castor productivity can be boosted by using the latest improved castor hybrids, changing the planting pattern, using automation methods, and adopting new production technologies. So, introducing hybrid castors like YRCH 1 will boost castor productivity. The Hybrid castor-YRCH 1 was released in the year 2009 and more extension activities was undertaken to popularise this hybrid in the major castor growing districts of Tamil Nadu, by the Tapioca and Castor Research Station (TCRS), Yethapur, and the Krishi Vigyan Kendras of respective districts. The present study was undertaken with the objective of analysing the socioeconomic impact of Hybrid castor-YRCH 1 among castor farmers. This study was conducted in the Namakkal and Salem districts of Tamil Nadu, which has the maximum area under Hybrid castor (YRCH 1) cultivation. In this study, four villages have been selected, from which 120 farmers were selected by simple random sampling technique. Using a well structured interview schedule, the required data were collected and percentage analysis was done. From the findings, it is revealed that most farmers have increased material possession (62.92%) due to the adoption of Hybrid castor (YRCH 1) and its production technologies.

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