Introductions to the Importance of Farm Tools  Farm tools are hand tools that are mechanically fabricated and are frequently used in carrying out simple farming activities on the farm. Farmers use many types of farm tools to perform different operations on the farm. These tools are called simple farm tools because they are used for…

Problems of Agricultural Marketing Agricultural Marketing remains the most reliable business avenue through which farm produce from the farmers or the manufacturers of agro products reaches the final consumers. Since farming in Nigeria is done in rural areas scattered all over the country, the produce from this farm must be assembled at a point or…

Roles of Science and Technology in Agriculture, An Overview.  Agriculture in the past two decades in Nigeria and other sub-Saharan Africa is characterized by the use of indigenous methods of farming compared to what currently exists. There has been a paradigm shift from what people used to experience in farming for the past two decades….

Meaning of Harvesting Tools These are small hand tools used for removing crops from the soil or trees. Harvesting is the process of removing fully matured crops from the soil or trees. Crops such as yam, cassava, rice, beans, mangoes, cashews, cocoa, etc. need to be harvested when fully matured. Harvesting is mostly done when…

Introduction to the Importance of Agriculture The importance of Agriculture for the survival of both individuals and the development of the economy cannot be overstated. It plays a vital role in the provision of food for man and in the development of rural areas. Thus, Agriculture remains one of the most crucial occupations in the…

Meaning of Farm Implements  Farm implements are farm machine accessories that are usually added or hitched to a tractor and harvester to perform various tasks around the farm or the surroundings. Similarly, farm implements also refer to devices that are attached or connected to farm machines to perform specific operations on the farm. These implements…

Overview of the Solutions to Agricultural Problems Food production has been drastically affected by several factors such as climate change, inadequate farm inputs, storage facilities, problems with land acquisition, and more. These problems have hindered agricultural development and relevant stakeholders have made frantic efforts to solve these problems, some of the solutions to Agricultural problems…

Meaning of Farm Mechanization Application of technology, engineering principles, and agricultural practices has led to the invention and development of various types of machinery and implements. These practices have also led to the invention of modern machinery and equipment that use automation. The uses of these different farm machinery and equipment in carrying out various…

Meaning of Forest Resource Forest resource refers to the materials derived from the forest that provide direct benefits for man and industries. On the other hand forest resources are the animals, wood, herbs, and other materials concentrated in the forest that are of economic interest to man. Examples of forest resources that are of economic…

Meaning of Fish Farming Equipment Fish farming equipment refers to the different types of tools or devices used for culturing, harvesting, and processing fish. The establishment of fish farming remains one of the most crucial aspects of the fish farming industry.  Poor pond establishment and management will constitute serious challenges on the fish farm. From…