Nigeria Agriculture
- Management Sciences
- 100 level
- 3 credit units
- 148 pages
- 19 units
This course provides an overview of Nigerian agriculture, its significance to economic development, and the challenges it faces. It explores various aspects of agricultural development, including land use systems, farming methods, and the role of research and technology. The course also examines agricultural cooperatives, marketing strategies, and government policies aimed at improving agricultural productivity and ensuring food security in Nigeria. It also discusses environmental factors affecting agricultural production.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRD122, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 AGRICULTURE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIAPage 6
- UNIT 2 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTUREPage 18
- UNIT 3 AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
- UNIT 4: ESSENTIALS OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
- UNIT 5: PROBLEMS OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
- UNIT 7 METHODS OF FARMING IN NIGERIA
- UNIT 8 IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH IN AGRICULTURE
- UNIT 9 AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMSPage 58
- UNIT 10: ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AFFECTING AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIONPage 66
- UNIT 11 THE NEED FOR AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVESPage 72
- UNIT 12 PROBLEMS OF AGRICULTURAL CO-OPERATIVES
- UNIT 13 AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY
- UNIT 14: AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNINGPage 94
- UNIT 15 AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMESPage 98
- UNIT 17 INTEGRATED RURAL DEVELOPMENT
- UNIT 18: AGRICULTURAL MARKETING
- UNIT 19 CHARACTERISTICS OF AGRICULTURAL MARKETING IN NIGERIA
- UNIT 20 MARKETING INSTITUTIONSPage 132
- UNIT 21: FOOD PROBLEMS IN NIGERIA
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRD122 · UNIT 1 AGRICULTURE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
In Nigeria, we witness a case where agricultural sector contributions, however, have been less than adequate in the five (5) main areas. We can now link these reasons for the underdevelopment of Nigerian economy. However, lets now discuss its contributions to economy.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the role of agriculture in Nigeria's economic development.
- Identify different farming systems and their suitability for various regions.
- Analyze the challenges and opportunities in agricultural marketing.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of government policies and programs in promoting agricultural development.
- Understand the importance of cooperatives in supporting smallholder farmers.
What it prepares you for
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Farm Manager
- Agribusiness Consultant
- Agricultural Researcher
- Cooperative Manager
- Agriculture
- Food Production
- Agribusiness
- Rural Development
- Government Agencies
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Farming Systems
Unit 10: Environmental Factors Affecting Agricultural Production
Understanding the complex interplay of environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and solar radiation on crop and livestock production requires a strong foundation in environmental science.
- Module 3: Agricultural Cooperatives
Unit 12: Problems Of Agricultural Co-Operatives
The unit requires understanding of economic principles and cooperative management strategies to effectively address the challenges faced by agricultural cooperatives.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 68 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Agriculture And Economic Development In Nigeria · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Understand the significance of agriculture in Nigeria's economic development.. Identify factors responsible for the poor performance of the agricultural sector.. Outline strategies to revamp the agricultural sector..
Unit 2: Introduction To Agriculture · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Define agriculture and its scope.. Discuss the origin of agriculture and its importance.. Identify the specialized disciplines within agriculture..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction
Unit 3: Agricultural Development · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Define agricultural development and its characteristics.. Discuss the role of science and technology in agriculture.. Understand the concept of a fully monetized economy..
Unit 4: Essentials Of Agricultural Development · 3 hours
Read Unit 4: Identify factors responsible for agricultural development.. Explain the factors related to the productive base of the economy.. Understand the importance of effective agricultural planning..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction
Unit 5: Problems Of Agricultural Development · 4 hours
Read Unit 5: State the various problems of agricultural development.. Highlight solutions to these problems.. Understand the impact of land tenure on agricultural development..
- Week 4Module 2: Farming Systems
Unit 6: Lands Use System In Nigeria · 3 hours
Read Unit 6: Define land tenure system.. Explain types of land tenure system and factors affecting them in Nigeria.. Highlight government steps to combat land use problems..
Unit 7: Methods Of Farming In Nigeria · 3 hours
Read Unit 7: Discuss various types of farming and their characteristics.. Explain the merits and demerits of each type of farming.. Compare and contrast subsistence and commercial agriculture..
- Week 5Module 2: Farming Systems
Unit 8: Importance Of Research In Agriculture · 3 hours
Read Unit 8: State the contributions of science and technology to agriculture.. Highlight the impact of research activities on agriculture.. Discuss ways of encouraging farmers to adopt innovations..
Unit 9: Agricultural Systems · 3 hours
Read Unit 9: Discuss various agricultural systems in Nigeria.. Describe accurately any three of the methods of farming.. Highlight strengths and weaknesses of traditional farming systems..
- Week 6Module 2: Farming Systems
Unit 10: Environmental Factors Affecting Agricultural Production · 4 hours
Read Unit 10: Highlight main climatic factors affecting agriculture.. Describe various factors suitable for crop growth.. Understand the impact of environmental factors on agricultural production..
- Week 7Module 3: Agricultural Cooperatives
Unit 11: The Need For Agricultural Cooperatives · 3 hours
Read Unit 11: Understand the need for agricultural cooperatives.. Explain various types of agricultural cooperatives.. Explain farmers' benefits as cooperators..
Unit 12: Problems Of Agricultural Co-Operatives · 3 hours
Read Unit 12: Identify problems of agricultural cooperatives.. Examine problems with their solutions.. Understand the challenges faced by agricultural cooperatives in Nigeria..
- Week 8Module 3: Agricultural Cooperatives
Unit 13: Agricultural Development Policy · 4 hours
Read Unit 13: Identify key points of agricultural development policy.. Understand policy objectives.. Examine government's role in agriculture from the policy perspective..
- Week 9Module 3: Agricultural Cooperatives
Unit 14: Agricultural Development Planning · 3 hours
Read Unit 14: Identify importance of planning in agricultural sector.. Examine various reasons for agricultural planning.. Understand agricultural development plan..
Unit 15: Agricultural Development Programmes · 3 hours
Read Unit 15: Understand various strategies undertaken to achieve agricultural development programs.. Examine rapid improvement made within the agricultural sector.. Compare usefulness of all these programs..
- Week 10Module 4: Agricultural Programmes
Unit 16: Agricultural Development Programes (Adp) · 4 hours
Read Unit 16: Understand various agricultural development programs (ADPs).. Identify ADPs' contribution to agricultural production.. Examine effects of their contribution on Nigerian populace..
- Week 11Module 4: Agricultural Programmes
Unit 17: Integrated Rural Development · 3 hours
Read Unit 17: Identify key points of integrated rural development.. Understand basic needs of rural dwellers.. Explain effects on rural dwellers..
Unit 18:agricultural Marketing · 3 hours
Read Unit 18: Identify key points of agricultural marketing.. Understand salient features of marketing.. Examine marketing contributions..
- Week 12Module 4: Agricultural Programmes
Unit 19: Characteristics Of Agricultural Marketing In Nigeria · 3 hours
Read Unit 19: Identify key points of an ideal marketing system.. Understand characteristics of agricultural marketing.. Understand the characteristics of agricultural marketing in Nigeria.
Unit 20: Marketing Institutions · 3 hours
Read Unit 20: Identify key actors of marketing institutions.. Understand the roles of these middlemen.. Explain their various effects..
- Week 13Module 4: Agricultural Programmes
Unit 21: Food Problems In Nigeria · 4 hours
Read Unit 21: Trace indicators of food problems.. Explain reasons for food problems in Nigeria.. Outline government objectives, policies, and programs for combating the food shortage problem..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.
- Develop case studies applying theoretical concepts to real-world agricultural scenarios in Nigeria.
- Practice answering past examination questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and question types.
- Form study groups to discuss challenging topics and share insights.
- Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and address any feedback provided by your tutor.
- Focus on understanding the specific government policies and programs discussed in Modules 3 and 4.
- Create concept maps linking Units 6-10 farming systems and environmental factors.
- Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing areas where you feel less confident.
- Practice applying economic concepts from Units 1-5 to analyze agricultural development challenges.
- Review all self-assessment exercises to reinforce your understanding of key concepts.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRD122 about?
This course provides an overview of Nigerian agriculture, its significance to economic development, and the challenges it faces. It explores various aspects of agricultural development, including land use systems, farming methods, and the role of research and technology. The course also examines agricultural cooperatives, marketing strategies, and government policies aimed at improving agricultural productivity and ensuring food security in Nigeria. It also discusses environmental factors affecting agricultural production.
How many units does CRD122 have?
CRD122, Nigeria Agriculture, has 19 units across 2 modules, over 148 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRD122?
CRD122 carries 3 credit units, at 100 level in Management Sciences.
Is CRD122 hard?
CRD122 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does CRD122 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.
How is CRD122 assessed?
CRD122 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CRD122?
Agricultural Extension Officer, Farm Manager, Agribusiness Consultant, Agricultural Researcher and Cooperative Manager.