Economics of field crops production in the Blue Nile State
2011
Ahmed, M.M.
The study aimed to analyze the economics of rain fed cotton, sesame and sorghum production in the Blue Nile State and to determine the economic net return of cotton compared to that of sorghum and sesame. It also aimed to identify constraints and suggest suitable solutions to encourage farmers' expansion in rain fed cotton production. The study covered 4 localities (Damazin, Roseris, Bao, and Tadamon). The primary data was collected through structured questionnaire. Secondary data was collected from the State Ministry of Agriculture, Blue Nile State. Data about farmers who planted cotton for one time was collected through a checklist of questions. The study used simple random sample of farmers from each locality and the data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to estimate the net return of the studied crops. . The results showed that farmers of the Blue Nile State depend on their accumulated and inherited experiences which they gained from their forefathers. Insects, pests, diseases, shortage of labor, finance, marketing and late planting recommended by the Agricultural Research Corporation are the main problems that face farmers in the Blue Nile State. Results of the study showed that the cost of cotton production per feddan was the highest followed by sesame and sorghum respectively. However, cotton realized the highest net return followed by sesame and sorghum. The study recommended provision of production inputs, strengthening extension and credit services, improving cultural practices and marketing services
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