AN ANALYSIS OF TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY IN SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE POULTRY EGG PRODUCTION IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
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This study investigates the technical efficiency of small and medium-scale poultry egg production in Ogun State, Nigeria, focusing on the factors that influence productivity and efficiency levels. The poultry industry plays a critical role in the state’s economy, contributing significantly to food security and employment. However, challenges such as inadequate access to inputs, high feed costs, and inefficient management practices often hinder optimal production.
Using primary data collected from a sample of poultry farms across Ogun State, this study employs the stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) approach to estimate the technical efficiency of the producers. The results reveal varying levels of efficiency among the farms, with the mean technical efficiency estimated at 72%. This indicates that there is a 28% potential for increasing egg production using existing resources and technology more efficiently. The analysis further identifies key determinants of efficiency, including farm size, access to credit, feed quality, and the educational level of the farm operators.
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technical efficiency, poultry egg production, small and medium scale, Ogun State, NigeriaHow to Cite
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