Economic Analysis of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Production in Auyo Local Government Area of Jigawa State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study analyzed the economics of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) production in Auyo Local Government Area of Jigawa State, Nigeria. A total of 164 wheat farmers were selected using multistage sampling. Primary data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and cost - return analysis. The results revealed that the majority of respondents were male, aged 29–39 years, had secondary education, and had an average farm size of 0.97 hectares. Profitability analysis indicated a gross margin of ₦1,108,260.51 and a net farm income of ₦1,046,675.31 per hectare, with a return of ₦1.53 per naira invested. Major constraints identified include high fuel prices, high fertilizer costs, expensive irrigation facilities, untimely supply of subsidized inputs, transportation challenges, and pest and disease infestation. The study concludes that wheat production is a profitable enterprise despite prevailing production constraints. It recommends strengthening input subsidy programs, investing in irrigation infrastructure, improving access to credit, and enhancing extension service delivery to improve productivity and profitability.