Agronomic and Social Effects of 2022 Flooding on Cassava Production in Delta State, Nigeria

Authors

  • Joshua Umuakpero
    Delta State University, Abraka
  • B. O. Ovwigho
    Delta State University, Abraka
  • Janet E. Okpara
    Delta State University, Abraka
  • Patricia O. Ejiodu
    University of Delta, Agbor
  • Ogheneovo Akpogheneoyibo–Owigho
    Southern Delta University, Ozoro
    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1411-0916

Keywords:

Agronomic effects, Cassava production, Delta State Nigeria, Flooding impacts, Social well-being

Abstract

This study investigated the agronomic and social effects of flooding in 2022 on cassava production in Delta State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was used and data collected from 250 cassava farmers in six flood-risk Local Government Areas through structured questionnaires. The research showed major agronomic impacts such as issues with planting stems as cuttings (mean = 2.6), transportation delays (mean = 2.6) and higher occurrences of cassava diseases (mean = 2.9). Research showed social well-being sustained major impacts as participants rated mobility troubles (mean=3.3) as well as psychological trauma (mean=3.0) and interrupted social activities (mean=3.0) as most detrimental. There was no significant difference (t = 1.879, p = 0.063) between agronomic and social effects indicated by a t-test, reflecting their symbiotic relationship. The study recommends joint flood mitigation strategies with agricultural support and psychosocial interventions to enhance farmers' resilience. 

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Published

2025-05-23

How to Cite

Umuakpero, J., Ovwigho, B. O., Okpara, J. E., Ejiodu, P. O., & Akpogheneoyibo–Owigho, O. (2025). Agronomic and Social Effects of 2022 Flooding on Cassava Production in Delta State, Nigeria. Journal of Science Research and Reviews, 2(2), 86-91. https://doi.org/10.70882/josrar.2025.v2i2.75

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): JOSRAR Vol. 2 No. 2 (March - April)

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Umuakpero, J., Ovwigho, B. O., Okpara, J. E., Ejiodu, P. O., & Akpogheneoyibo–Owigho, O. (2025). Agronomic and Social Effects of 2022 Flooding on Cassava Production in Delta State, Nigeria. Journal of Science Research and Reviews, 2(2), 86-91. https://doi.org/10.70882/josrar.2025.v2i2.75