Utilization of food security crops in Imo state, Nigeria. Implications for sustainable development

Abstract

The paper reviewed the production, availability and utilization of products and by products of food security crops in Imo State of Nigeria with specific emphasis on cocoyam, yam, maize, cassava, vegetables as very essential in the food of Imo people. This was confirmed by the increasing hectarage year after year of these crops with higher yield in each case. The sustainability of these food security crops cannot be overemphasized going by their by-products and needs of the common man. These crops were found to be the center thrust for rural food production and utilization in Imo State, Nigeria.

Keywords: Production, Availability and Utilization, Food Security Crops

Global Approaches to Extension Practice Vol. 3 (2) 2007: pp. 137-145