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Comparative analysis of food security status of male and female headed farming households in Imo State, Nigeria

https://doi.org/10.31248/JASP2020.204   |   Article Number: C7DC5C0F1   |   Vol.5 (5) - October 2020

Received Date: 01 April 2020   |   Accepted Date: 29 April 2020  |   Published Date: 30 October 2020

Authors:  Ibeagwa, O. B.* , Nwaiwu, I. U. O. , Ukoha, I. I., , Osuji, M. N. , Essien, U. A. , Chikezie, C. and Nwachukwu, E.U.

Keywords: food insecurity, Farming, female, Imo State, household head, male

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This study analyzed the food security status of male and female headed farming households in Imo State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study compared the quantity of food produced and the factors influencing the food security status of the respondents. Primary data used for the study were collected from sixty-four (64) respondents in the study area. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, z test and logistic regression model. Results showed that the female headed households produced more food than male headed households; however, male headed households were significantly more food secured (Zcal = 2.878). Key variables that positively influenced the food security status of male headed households were age (p<0.01), farm size (p<0.05), household size (p<0.05), educational level (p<0.1), farming income and total depreciation of capital assets including farm implements (p<0.05). Farming experience (p<0.05), age (p<0.01) farm size (p<0.05), extension contacts (p<0.01), and membership of farmers cooperatives (p<0.10) were the key variables that positively influenced the food security status of female headed households. The study recommended the review of existing land policies so as to give farmers easier access to land for food production. Also, agricultural extension services should be revived and made more proactive and effectively service oriented.

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