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    Cattle Farmers’ Attitude Towards Artificial Insemination Technology in Kwara State, Nigeria
    (Tanzania Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 2025-04-28) Yusuf, O.J; Adesina, O.M; Apata, D.F; Ayanda I.F; Ishola, H; Ajibade, L.A
    This study examined the factors influencing cattle farmers' attitudes towards Artificial Insemination in Kwara State. A total of 140 indigenous cattle farmers were sampled using a snowball sampling technique, which involved initial participants referring additional farmers until the desired sample size was reached. Data collection was conducted through a structured interview schedule. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed that most respondents were male (90.7%) and aged between 41 to 50 years (43.6%). Almost half of the respondents had no formal education (49.3%). The average household size was approximately 8 people, with an average of 12 years of experience in cattle production. The main breed reported was White Fulani (50.0%), with an average herd of 103 cattle. The average monthly income was N78,742.8. The study showed that 67.1% of respondents had a favourable attitude towards using AI, while 59.3% lacked an understanding of AI and 51.4% were unaware of its existence. Factors such as compatibility with culture/beliefs (25.0%), access to credit facilities (50.0%), and encouragement from government agencies (17.9%) were identified as important attitudinal factors for promoting the use of AI. Based on these findings, the provision of credit facilities, establishment of semen banks, improvement of infrastructure, and virile extension and veterinary services to increase farmers' interest in AI technology for improved productivity were recommended.