Impact of training and development on the quality of fish produced: Evidence from fish farmers in Odogbolu, Ogun State, Nigeria

Ola Olusegun Oyedele, Adeshina Olushola Adeniyi and Evelyn Derera
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Ola Olusegun Oyedele: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Adeshina Olushola Adeniyi: Department of Entrepreneur Academy, University of Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco
Evelyn Derera: School of Management, IT and Governance, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 2023, vol. 12, issue 3, 399-410

Abstract: Training and development have emerged as important construct within entrepreneurial literature over the past two decades. This study proves how training and development can effectively advance fish farming productivity in Odogbolu Metropolis. The impact of fishermen's educational level on fish profitability was examined. The influence of feed quality on fish performance was also demonstrated. The assessment of fish weight/size as a determinant of fish marketability in the study area was also researched. The study's objectives were underscored through the lens of constructivism and human capital theories. A purposive sampling technique was adopted to determine one hundred and twenty-one sample sizes. A quantitative approach was employed, and three hypotheses were presented and tested by applying regression techniques using SPSS software. The study found a significant association between fish farmers' educational level and profitability. Feed quality showed a significant association with fish performance, and a significant association was also found between fish weight/size and fish marketability. The study proves that fish farmers should educate themselves through training and development programs on quality fish production regarding fish weight/size, fish performance, and fish marketability. Government and stakeholders must proactively encourage adult education among fish farmers to expose them to the benefits of fish farming activities in the study area. Key Words:educational level, fish farming, aquaculture, training and development, fish marketability, fish quality

Date: 2023
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