ASSESSMENT OF THE ADOPTION OF MORDERN AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGIES AMONG CROP FARMERS IN KWARA STATE

Abstract

Despite the potential benefits of modern agricultural technologies to farmers, the rate of adoption has remained low. Therefore, this study assesses the factors influencing the adoption of modern agricultural technologies in Kwara State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study aims to: identify the modern agricultural technologies available to crop farmers; assess the level of adoption of these technologies; investigate the factors influencing their adoption; and examine the constraints faced by farmers in adopting them. The study employed descriptive statistics and multivariate regression analysis. The results show that the majority of the farmers are male, and most have at least a primary level of education. The findings indicate a low rate of adoption of modern technologies among farmers. The regression analysis revealed that age, educational level, farm size, and membership in farmers' associations are the main factors influencing the adoption of these technologies. Based on the findings from the study. It’s therefore recommends policies that encourage youth participation in agriculture should be more introduced, that can enhance the educational capacity of farmers, also  public awareness  and support services for the expansion of farm sizes should be re-emphasized.