Browsing by Author "Ibrahim, H.K."

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    ASSESSMENT OF RURAL MARKET PARTICIPATION AMONG FARMING HOUSEHOLDS IN KWARA STATE
    (Department of Marketing, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2015) Muhammad-Lawal, A.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Oloyede, W.O.; Abdulraheem, M.O.
    Farming households participate in the rural markets to commercialize their farm produce. Rural market participation thus, improves welfare of the rural poor through the exchange of agricultural based goods for money. Inadequate knowledge about the factors affecting the decision whether or not farmer engages in rural market and the lack of information about the intensity of non-participation of farmers in rural markets may hinder effective planning for welfare of farming households. The study therefore determined the level of market participation among rural farming households, the determinants of decision to market participation among farming households and the factor affecting the intensity of nonparticipation of farmers in rural markets. Three-stage sampling technique was used for the study where 160 farming households were randomly selected across selected eight rural communities. Data were collected through personal interview using structured questionnaires. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and double hurdle model. The results of the study revealed that 58% of the respondents were in rural markets with less than 30% of farm produce. This implies that, more than halve of respondents are involved in selling small quantity of farm produce at rural market. The decision to participate in the markets is determined by educational status (p<0.01), access to credit (p<0.01), market information access (p<0.05), commodities prices (p<0.05) and market surplus (p<0.01).The study further revealed that educational status, access to credit, market information access, commodities prices and market surplus reduced the intensity of non-participation in rural markets by 69%, 100%, 2.2%,0.09% and 0.04 % among the rural households respectively. On the other hand, household size increased the intensity of non-participation in rural markets by 3% among the households.The study concluded that access to credit, market information and education can significantly increase the extent of market participation among poor farmers while households size would hamper the participation. Therefore, the study recommended that, farmers should be educated on the importance of commercializing more farm produce through rural market participation. Also, farmer should be encouraged to form cooperative to ease access to credit and market information. Besides, there is the need for awareness on the significance of family planning to improve market participation among farmers.
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    Development of Abrasive Sandpaper Grains from Agro-Waste Material for Polishing of Wood Surface
    (Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Adeleke University., 2019) Ibrahim, H.K.; Abdulhamid A.S.; Abdulkareem, S.; Shuaib-Babata, Y. L.; Popoola O. T.; Kareem, A.G.; Adeyi A. M.; Busari, O. Y.O.; Ambali, I.O.
    In Nigeria, natural and some synthetic abrasive grains used in manufacturing of sandpaper such as silicon carbide, aluminum oxide and aluminum silicate mineral are scarce and expensive. The aim of this paper focused on development of sandpaper grains from agricultural waste material (Coconut shell) and resin (binder) for smoothening of wood surface. Sieving analysis was conducted in particle sizes of P40 (420 μm) and P60 (250 μm) sandpaper grit size (according to Federation of European Producers of Abrasive standard). The Physical and Mechanical properties were determined and compared with properties of conventional products (P60 and P40 Garnet Paper). Surface finish assessments were carried out with visual inspection on selected wood. The result from elemental composition analysis showed that the produced sample grains contain some hard ceramic materials needed for effective polishing or surface finishing. The physical and mechanical properties of the grains samples were found to have close properties with the standard conventional sand paper. Hardness and compressive strength of Coconut shell (CNS) grains/resin composites samples increased with increase in polyester resin concentration. Samples made from 250 μm sieve size showed better mechanical properties than the corresponding samples from 420 μm sieve size. The wear rate of CNS/resin composites was also found to increase with increase in load (40, 60, 80, 100 and 120 g) and temperature (50 and 150 oC. Also, result from visual examination shows that the CNS specimens contribute to high material removal but not smoother due to grain sizes considered for this study.
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    Economic Assessment of Pesticides Usage in Leafy Vegetable Production among small-scale Farmers in Kwara State
    (Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2016) Oloyede, W.O.; Muhammad-Lawal, A.; Amolegbe, K.B.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Ogunsusi, A.A.
    The study assessed the returns to leafy vegetable production due to pesticide usage and examined the factors that influence pesticide usage in leafy vegetable production. Three-stage sampling technique was used to select 120 respondents that were administered with a well-structured questionnaire. Descriptive Statistics, Gross Margin Analysis, and the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) regression were the analytical tools employed for the study. The findings revealed that Corchorus olitorius (Ewedu) was the most-produced vegetable by 84.17% of small-scale farmers, and the least-produced vegetable was Vernonia amygdalina (Bitter leaf). The total revenue of vegetable farmers is ₦3,268.00, and the gross margin is N1, 936.51 due to pesticide usage with a rate of returns of 59%. this indicated that leafy vegetable production is an essential income earner for farmers in the study area. The results of the multiple linear regression revealed that all the variables (age, fertilizer use, farm income, family size, farm size, years of experience, pesticide training, apathy and access to credit) were positively significant at 1%, 5% and 10% respectively. The findings of the study, therefore will inform the government and agricultural-related agencies on the relevance of pesticide usage for profitability in the production of leafy vegetables among small-scale farmers.
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    Effect of Vertical Integration on Multidimensional Well‑being of Fish Farmers in Lagos State Fish‑hub, Nigeria
    (AGRICULTURA TROPICA ET SUBTROPICA, 2017-06-06) Ayinde, O.E.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Salami, M.F.; Ajibola, L.E.
    Vertical integration might be relevant to improve the well‑being of farmers particularly when thinking of how economic innovation ensures high utilization of resource and promote economic prosperity in Nigeria. However, the relationship of such proposition is yet to receive empirical attention in the fish hub. This study uncovers the effect of the vertical integration on the multi‑dimensional well‑being of fish producers in Lagos State fish hub. The study was examined using primary data collected from 103 integrated and 60 non‑integrated respondents. The data obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Gross National Wellness (GNW) Index and Average Treatment Effect (ATE). The result of the GNW Index shows that both the integrated and non‑integrated farmers ranked the indicators of multidimensional wellness in the same order. They were satisfied with their social relations (8.70); physical and health status (7.91); mental and emotional status (7.41); work and income status (5.87) as well as their economic and retirement status (5.68). However, they were dissatisfied with the political and government condition (4.73) as well as their living environment (3.77). TheATE result shows that the indicators such as thepolitical and government intervention; mental and emotional; work and income were the components of multidimensional wellbeing that was improved by vertical integration decision of the farmers in the fish hub. However, social relations; physical and health; living environment wellbeing dimensions were not affected by the vertical integration decision of the respondents. It is therefore recommended that fish farmers should integrate themselves so as to enjoy government interventions, better income status and better emotional wellness all of which will improve their wellbeing.
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    Optimization of Photovoltaic-Wind Hybrid System for Electrifying University of Ilorin E-Library
    (Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Adeleke University., 2021) Popoola, O. T.; Rabiu, A.B.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Ajao, K.R.; Bamigboye, J.T.; Idakwoji, I.T.
    The current paper presents the simulation of a PV-Generator-Wind hybrid power system to electrify University of Ilorin E-Library using HOMER (Hybrid Optimization of Multiple Energy Resources) software. Different performance analysis such as optimization and sensitivity is carried out by the software. Environmental and economic analysis is used to discuss the sustainability of the hybrid power system. Results from the analysis revealed that the hybrid system consisting of an 8.33 𝑘𝑊 photovoltaic (PV) panel, 6.5 𝑘𝑊 diesel generator, 6 kW wind turbine, a 6 𝑘𝑊 converter and 10 batteries is the optimal system in terms of Net Present Cost (NPC), Cost of Energy (COE), Initial Cost and Operating cost The system has NPC, COE. Initial Cost and Operating cost of US$58,404, US$0.358kWh, US$44,876 and US$1,046 respectively which is better than a diesel system which has a Net Present Cost of 𝑈𝑆$ 80,256 and a Cost of Energy of 0.492 𝑈𝑆$/𝑘𝑊ℎ𝑟. Results show that the hybrid system emits 2,104.35kg/yr of carbon dioxide (CO2), 5.19kg/yr of carbon monoxide (CO) and 4.23kg/yr of sulphur dioxide (SO2) while the diesel system emits 20,115.90kg/yr of CO2, 49.65kg/yr of CO and 40.40kg/yr of SO2. The emission of the hybrid system is an order of ten lower compared to diesel system indicating a lower greenhouse effect. Sensitivity analysis on diesel price and wind speed shows that with increasing diesel price, the NPC and COE the hybrid system increases whereas with increasing wind speed, 𝑁𝑃𝐶 and 𝐶𝑂𝐸 decreases. These results serve as a reference point for the design and installation of hybrid system for the building.
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    Optimization of Photovoltaic-Wind Hybrid System for Electrifying University of Ilorin E-Library
    (Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Adeleke University, 2021) Popoola, O. T.; Rabiu, A.B.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Ajao, K.R.; Bamigboye, J.T.; Idakwoji, I.T.
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    Production of Automobile Brake Pads from Palm Kernel Shell, Coconut Shell, Seashell and Cow Bone
    (Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Adeleke University., 2021) Popoola, O. T.; Rabiu, A.B.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Omoniyi, P.O.; Babatunde, M.A.; Muhammed, N.; Isiaq, F.O.
    The commercial brake pads made from asbestos are found to be carcinogenic hence, researchers and brake pad manufacturers have diverted attention to the use of agricultural wastes to replace asbestos made brake pads. This study investigated the use of palm kernel shell, coconut shell, seashell and cow bone as base material for the development of automobile brake pads. This work focused on combining the aforementioned agricultural wastes with 45% base material, 30% binder, 10% filler, 10% lubricant, and 5% abrasive. The samples were produced using sieve grades of 150 µm particle size and were compressed in a mould at a pressure of 15MN/m2 and a temperature of 195oC. Results were compared with both commercial asbestos-based brake pad and laboratory formulated palm kernel shell-based brake pad. The results showed that sample S3 which is a combination of palm kernel shell, coconut shell and seashell; and sample S5 which is a combination of cow bone, seashell and palm kernel shell are the best substitute to replace the commercially manufactured asbestos brake pad.
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    Production of Automobile Brake Pads from Palm Kernel Shell, Coconut Shell, Seashell and Cow Bone
    (Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Adeleke University, 2021) Popoola, O. T.; Rabiu, A.B.; Ibrahim, H.K.; Omoniyi, P.O.; Babatunde, M.A.; Muhammed, N.; Isiaq, F.O