Section 8. Socio-economic aspects

Socio-economic issues in animal traction research and development in Nigeria

Abstract
Background
Expected farm-level impacts of animal traction
Labour and cost savings
Increase in output.
Higher monetary returns
Socio-economic issues
The cultural environment
Farm size structures
Cropping patterns
Institutional support
Economic viability of animal traction
Conclusion and recommendations
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References

Economic analysis of cow traction farm technology in the Ethiopian Highlands

Abstract
Introduction
Linear programming model
Constraints
Activities.
Results and discussion
Changes in Model I
Changes in Model II
Conclusions
Résumé
References

The social and economic aspects of animal traction in agricultural production among female headed households of Lesotho and Swaziland

Abstract
Introduction
Overview of ownership and utilisation of draught animals
Costs of owning and utilising draught animals and implements
Special constraints of FHH in the use of animal traction
Recommendations for research and governmental policies for the development of animal traction to meet the special needs of FHH
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References

Les implications socio-économiques de la traction animale dans la zone du projet du développement rural de Notsé

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Introduction
Abstract

Les aspects économiques et sociaux de la traction animale

Résumé
Introduction
Moyens mis en oeuvre
Résultats
Impact de la TA dans les exploitations agricoles
Conclusion
Abstract