Thesis Abstract

<p> </p><p><em>This project work was carried out to investigate how rice production is financed in Edo State a case study of Owan East Local Government Area, Nigeria. This is due to the fact that rice is a widely consumed crop in Nigeria, in the view of farming, for farmers to carry out their farming operation, government and agricultural banks should give out loans to farmers. The research questions answered are;</em></p><ol><li><em>What are the various sources of finance for the cultivation and production of rice?</em></li><li><em>Does rice production serve as a source of livelihood for farmers?</em></li><li><em>Does rice production business serve as a source of employment opportunities?</em></li><li><em>Does the importation of rice affect the rate at which rice is produced in the country?</em></li><li><em>What is the main source of finance for rice prod? The rice of the data analysis showed that the main source of finance for rice production is their personal saving, a followed by support from families and friends.</em></li></ol> <br><p></p>

Thesis Overview

<p> </p><p>Background of the study</p><p>Statement of the problem</p><p>Research questions</p><p>Purpose of the study</p><p>Significance of the study</p><p>Scope and limitations</p><p>Definition of terms</p> <br><p></p>