ABSTRACT

 This study examined the adoption of fisheries technology by t farmers in Imo State. A total of 82 farmers who engaged in fishery production were randomly selected from the three agricultural zones of Imo State namely Owerri, Orlu and Okigwe. Data collected were analyzed with the use of descriptive statistics such as frequencies, means and percentages. Mean adoption scores as well as Ordinary Least Square (OLS) multiple regression analysis Results indicate that majority of the respondents fall within the age range 40-49year5 which is the active working population age. Majority of the respondents were educated with about 33% having tertiary education. Their occupation was mainly avil service and farming. Findings also showed that the level of adoption was only fair at 205 Mean Score Profitability and interest were the major reasons for adoption while cost of production and lack of awareness of the technology were the most limiting factors to adoption In addition, extension agents were found to be the major source of information on the technology. Multiple regression analysis showed source of information, use of extension demonstration center and attendance to organization meetings to be positively and significantly associated with its adoption, while age and contact with extension agent showed negative but significant relationship with adoption. It was recommended that extension works be strengthened to improve adoption. Extension Demonstration Centres should be provided within the reach of farmers especially in places where adoption is very low. Government should also encourage farmers by subsidizing their cost of production by providing fingerlings at cheaper rates.