ICT Analysis of Sugarcane Farmers in Lau Local Government Area Taraba State Nigeria

Abstract

The aim of the study is to find efficiency of farmers in sugarcane production along with advanced technology adaption and investigating restricted areas.  Responses from 70 sugarcane farmers indicated that more involvement and efficiency have been noticed in younger farmers. Many restrictions like lack of credit facilities, extension support, pest control etc have been ranked by respondents. Other aligned problems like low price, labour shortage have been also highlighted. ICT has been found a major source. Suggestions like training of sugarcane farmers also have been recommended.