Effect Of Value Addition Practices On The Consumption Meat Of Products In Restaurants In Ikwuano Local Government Area Of Abia State

ABSTRACT

This study determines the effect of value addition practices on the consumption of meat products in restaurants. The study was carried out in Ikwuano local government of Abia state. A descriptive survey design was used in the study with a total population of 135 respondents. Simple random technique was used where 120 represents the sample size. A well validated questionnaire was used to elicit information from the respondents. The instrument was reliable, indicating the reliability of the instrument using Test-retest method. Mean, frequency percentage, regression and probit analysis were used in analyzing the data obtained. Findings from the study show that respondents in the study practice value addition. One of the recommendations made was Agribusiness operators and other members of the society should be educated through seminars and workshops on the importance of Agribusiness as a tool for poverty reduction, employment, creation and economic development .