The study examines the access of farmers to Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Bauchi Local Government Area of Bauchi state, Nigeria. A total of 120 respondents were randomly selected in the study area. Data were collected using pre-tested questionnaires and analyzed using percentages, means, chi-squire and other parametric statistical tools. For the purpose of the research, ICTs were divided in to two categories: conventional (Radio/Television) and contemporary or modern (computer/internet and GSM). Results showed that radio was the most widely accessible ICT by the respondents (98.33%) it was followed by television (41.67%), GSM (40.00%) and the least computer/internet (5.00%). Chi-square analysis revealed that age, background and educational level of respondents were significant (P ≤ 0.05) with access to modern ICTs. Kruskal-Willis rank test on reception of ICT services was not significant because on the average, at least the service of one of the categories of...
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Access of Rural Farmers to Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) for Development of Agriculture in Bauchi Local Government Area, Bauchi State, Nigeria
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Gidado, Ahmad
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