Thesis Abstract

Abstract
Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a major staple crop in many tropical regions, providing a significant source of carbohydrates for millions of people worldwide. However, the production and processing of cassava face several challenges that hinder its full potential as a valuable crop. This research project aims to identify the problems faced in the production and processing of cassava and propose solutions to address these challenges. The production of cassava is often hampered by various factors such as pests and diseases, inadequate access to quality planting materials, and unfavorable climatic conditions. These issues result in low yields and poor quality of cassava roots, affecting the livelihoods of farmers who depend on cassava as a primary source of income and food. Additionally, the lack of mechanization and modern farming practices further limit the productivity and efficiency of cassava production. In terms of processing, cassava faces challenges related to post-harvest losses, inefficient processing methods, and limited access to processing technologies. Post-harvest losses occur due to inadequate storage facilities and improper handling practices, leading to significant economic losses for farmers and processors. Furthermore, traditional processing methods are often time-consuming and labor-intensive, resulting in low productivity and poor product quality. To address these problems, this research project proposes several solutions that focus on improving the production and processing of cassava. Interventions such as the use of improved pest and disease management practices, the promotion of high-yielding and disease-resistant cassava varieties, and the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices can help enhance cassava production and ensure higher yields and better quality roots. Mechanization and modern farming techniques can also improve the efficiency and productivity of cassava farming, leading to increased incomes for farmers. In terms of processing, the introduction of improved processing technologies, such as cassava graters, mechanical driers, and packaging equipment, can help reduce post-harvest losses and improve the quality of processed cassava products. Training programs on proper processing techniques and quality control measures can also enhance the skills of processors and ensure the production of high-quality cassava products for both local consumption and export markets. Overall, addressing the challenges faced in the production and processing of cassava requires a comprehensive approach that integrates technological innovations, capacity building, and policy support. By implementing these solutions, the production and processing of cassava can be optimized to meet the growing demand for this important crop, benefiting both farmers and consumers alike.

Thesis Overview

  INTRODUCTION              


BACKGROUND OF
STUDY


        cassava
is a staple food crop, which is mostly grown all southern part of Nigeria
timothy as well as in the middle belt and mainly also originate in brazil or
central America, the root tuber are processed into several forms of food lie
garri, fufu or tapica flow.

    The
cassava is treated in thus project in this project reveal its levels of
production and processing through the tuber root. They are rich in food stuff
to man. The leaves are also used as vegetables in soups, while the peels are
feeds to live stock and also the tuber are rich source of carbohydrate they are
also found to contain some vitamins such as vitamin c and a well as some trace
of phosphorous and iron.

    The plant
is woody and may grow up to the height of 1m to 4m depending on the variety.
The main stems and the branches contain knoblike scar, which are the point of
leaf attachment, many people both men and women have engage themselves in
trading with cassava processed one way or the other.

    And there
are two types of cassava, differentiated by the prussic content (hydrocyanic
acid contained in the tuber).

i.        
The sweet
cassava:- this contain low level of poisonous prussic in the flesh of the tuber
with high concentration in the peels

ii.      
The bitter
cassava: – this contain high amount of prussic acid in the flesh of the tuber
with lower concentration in peels.

    But the
farmers are able to cultivated or process them. Today (mamhot Escalante does
not exist in the state spread plant important not exist in the mostly area)

STATEMENT OF
PROBLEMS


    This study
is to investigate various techniques of method of producing and processing
cassava in Nigeria and also considers the various stages ranging from planting
of stem cutting to the harvesting and finally processing of the products.

    There are
many problems encountered by both rural and urban farmers in relation to the
production processing and storage of both the products and the implements.

1. Limited stem cutting i.e. Planting material

2. Inadequate land due to land tenure systems

3. Use of crude implements like cutlass, hoe etc

4. Pest and disease

OBJECTIVES


    Objectives
of this project are:

a. To examine the problems

b. To find out the solution to some of the problems’

c.
To investigate the
production and utilization of cassava in south part of Nigeria and also
identify the different forms in which cassava are processed into its various
finished products like processing the cassava to garri or fufu e.t.c as a food
for human consumption.

SIGNIFICANCE
OF THE PROJECT


1. The research study will be useful to those who are engaged directly or indirectly in the
production and processing of cassava in south part of Nigeria in particular and
the country as large

2. The study is designed to look into hoe the
production of the farm in southern. Cassava can enhance the well being of the
people in this local government area and also mankind

3. It will serve to encourage the farmers in the study
area who take cassava production and processing as their last hope in life.

4. The study is hoped to motivate the farmers to go
into fulltime cassava production in the area.

5. It is hoped that at the end of this project, the
work will be able to expose and brings to the best, production and processing
cassava in south part in Ovia Local Government Area.

SCOPE OF
STUDY


    the study
is armed at providing a detailed knowledge and understanding of the operations,
function and performance involved in the production and processing of cassava
in southern part of Nigeria with the view of providing useful suggestion to
ease the problems of this aspects of agricultural development in Nigeria.

    It is
directly geared towards the application of production and processing concept.

HYPOTHESIS


    Some
question to be tackled in the course of study has been raised as follows?

A. Is any decline in the production and processing in
different area of the local government area?

B. What are the problems facing cassava production and
processing in the area.

C. What are the effect of cassava production in the
local government area

DEFINITION OF
TERMS


Production: the process of growing or making food, goods or
materials, especially large quantities

Processing: means the used to making the production in order
to serve as food for human consumption

Cassava: a type of flour made from the thick parts of
tropical plant.

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