EXAMMINING SMALLHOLDERS VALUE-ADDITION PRACTICES IN LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS A CASE STUDY OF UKWE EPA IN LILONGWE (NSALU) DISTRICT Presentation by: Happy M. Ndelemani

EXAMMINING SMALLHOLDERS VALUE-ADDITION PRACTICES IN LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS A CASE STUDY OF UKWE EPA IN LILONGWE (NSALU) DISTRICT Presentation by: Happy M. Ndelemani.

[Audio] Embarking on a journey to explore value-addition practices utilized by smallholders in the livestock sector in the Ukwe EPA, located in the Lilongwe (Nsalu) district, this case study looks at the problem statement, research objectives and questions, justification, methodology, data analytical techniques and research ethics. The aim of the study is to take a detailed look at the practices being employed by smallholders and appraise the effectiveness of those practices with regards to the desired outcomes. Qualitative and quantitative data will be explored to gain an in-depth understanding of the specific challenges faced in the region and identify the most effective solutions. Findings will help understand the needs of the smallholders, leading to better policy initiatives and assistance plans to help maximize the returns of their practices. Ethical considerations will remain at the forefront of the process, ensuring the research program is conducted in a respectful and safe manner..

[Audio] Malawi's agricultural sector highly relies on smallholder farmers, who account for 85 percent of the country's farming operations. Despite this, their yields have been low and extreme poverty is a persisting problem. To address this, diversifying agricultural commodities and implementing value-addition strategies in the livestock sector can help farmers make the most out of their yield across the entire value chain. This case study will research the value-addition practices of small-scale livestock farmers in Ukwe Epa,Nsalu District of Lilongwe..

[Audio] Smallholder livestock farmers frequently sell their products as a whole or raw, hindering their ability to get the most out of their livestock products and realize their full value. In addition, they lack the necessary storage and transportation facilities which can lead to their commodities becoming spoilt. Value addition to livestock can improve product perishability and provide farmers with the capacity to sell their products whenever they want. While much research has been conducted on smallholder value addition practices in livestock production, there is still a knowledge gap that needs to be filled in order to design policies and strategies that will allow smallholder livestock farmers to take advantage of value addition opportunities..

[Audio] In this slide, I will discuss the research objectives looking at smallholders value addition practices in livestock products at Ukwe EPA in Lilongwe (Nsalu) district. The main objective is to examine the practices in the area and identify the socio-economic factors that affect farmers' adoption in livestock value addition. Additionally, we aim to identify the constraints that these farmers face in the process of production, value addition to selling. The research will provide insight into the realities of smallholders' value addition practices in the area and enable making of recommendations to improve their practices..

[Audio] This presentation will address the value-addition practices of small-scale livestock farmers in the UKWE EPA in Lilongwe (Nsaru) District. This includes looking into what value-addition practices these farmers are operating to their livestock products, what are the socio-economic factors that affect small-scale livestock farmers, and what are the challenges these farmers face from production to point of sale. The goal is to shed light on the current state of small-scale livestock farming in this area and its potential for sustainable economic development. Data will be gathered through interviews and surveys to identify the practices used in value-addition, the challenges faced and the opportunities for improvement. This will help make recommendations for the future of small-scale livestock farming in this area..

[Audio] This presentation explores the importance of livestock value addition to smallholder farmers in Malawi and how it can improve their incomes. Value addition is the process of increasing the value or quality of a product, such as adding spices and flavors to dairy products or processing and preserving meat. It is a way for smallholder farmers to maximize the profits from livestock products, as well as a way to keep them from spoiling quickly. As a result, it is critical to understand the factors that encourage the adoption of livestock value addition practices. The case study we will examine seeks to identify these factors and suggest ways to motivate smallholder farmers to prioritize value addition prior to selling..

[Audio] In order to gain a better understanding of the value-addition practices of smallholders in livestock products, I am carrying out a research study in Ukwe EPA situated in Lilongwe's Nsalu district. To ensure the results are precise, I have opted to use stratified sampling to split the population into two disparate groups, adopters and non-adopters, and then pick randomly from each group. To get the most comprehensive outcomes, I plan to use both primary and secondary data collection methods. This will encompass interviews, conducted with the aid of meticulously designed questionnaires, as well as published books from Bunda library and the web. To get as much detail as possible, the study will make use of a cross-sectional design..

[Audio] We are conducting research that involves analysing the data we have collected with Microsoft Excel, Word, and SPSS. Through descriptive analysis, we will be able to generate figures and tables that will aid us in understanding our data more thoroughly. This process is essential for us to gain a better insight into how smallholder value-addition practices occur in livestock products from the UKWE EPA in Lilongwe's Nsalu District..

[Audio] We observed ethical standards during our research on smallholders' value-addition practices in livestock products in the Ukwe EPA area of Lilongwe (Nsalu) district. Part of our research included ensuring that respondents to our questionnaires had submitted voluntarily and that their data was kept confidential and used solely for research purposes. Thank you for your attention and have a great day..