Livestock Marketing and Economic Development of Rural Areas in Terekeka County in Central Equatoria State, South Sudan
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https://doi.org/10.47604/jlp.v4i1.3550Keywords:
Livestock Marketing, Economic Development, Households, Market AccessAbstract
Puprose: The study sought to investigate the role of livestock marketing in the economic development of rural areas, with a specific focus on Terekeka County in Central Equatoria State.
Methodology: The study adopted a positivist research philosophy and a cross-sectional survey design. The target population was 11,836 household heads across four Payams in Terekeka County. Slovin’s formula was used in the determination of the sample size, which resulted in a sample of 387 participants. A stratified random sampling technique was used in the selection of the sample to ensure representation from each Payam. Primary data was used, which was collected through semi-structured questionnaires. The research instrument generated both quantitative and qualitative data, which was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics through SPSS for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data.
Findings: The study found that livestock marketing positively influences economic development in Terekeka County by providing households with regular income from the sale of livestock and products. Key barriers such as poor infrastructure, limited market information, and unstable pricing hinder profitability and market efficiency. Enhancing support, training, infrastructure, and extension services could strengthen the sector, boost incomes, and promote inclusive rural economic growth.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study recommends developing a national or state-level livestock marketing policy to improve market infrastructure, promote value addition, and support farmer cooperatives. Additionally, government agencies, non-governemntal organiztaions and development partners should invest in local value addition initiatives, formalize markets and enhance road access.
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