The role of agriculture in economic development - Jamb Economics Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

• JAMB 2010

Government can boost agricultural output in Nigeria primarily by

A. Embarking on buffer stock programmes
B. Placing embargo on food importation
C. Granting subsidies on farm inputs
D. Placing farmers on monthly income

Question 22:

• JAMB 2010

The ultimate aim of agricultural policies in Nigeria is to achieve

A. Food sufficiency
B. Industrialization
C. Full employment
D. Industrial capacity utilization

Question 23:

• JAMB 2011

Investing heavily in the agricultural sector will lead to

A. Sufficient food production
B. A vibrant commodity market
C. Capital inflow
D. Stable export prices

Question 24:

• JAMB 2020

In recent times, agriculture in Nigeria tends to lose its vital labour force as a result of?

A. Lack of an effective agricultural policy
B. Employment opportunities in the agricultural sector
C. Rural-urban drift
D. Low prices of agricultural products