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Item Adaptive capacity and coping strategies in the face of climate change: A comparative study of communities around two protected areas in the coastal savanna and transitional zones of Ghana(Journal of Sustainable Development, 2015-01) Egyir, I.S.; Ofori, K.; Antwi, G.; Ntiamoa-Baidu, Y.Modern productivity-enhancing strategies (MPES) are considered to be some of the best adaptation options available to communities in the face of changing climatic conditions. The adaptive capacity of communities living around two protected areas (Kogyae Strict Nature Reserve and Muni-Pomadze Ramsar Site) in Ghana were assessed in relation to MPES by investigating household accessibility to human, social, natural, financial and physical capital. Information was collected from 249 and 250 respondents in Kogyae and Muni respectively. A logit model was used to find out whether adaptive capacity affected adoption of MPES. In both study areas, indigenous coping strategies such as use of simple farm tools, processing of root/tubers and grains and social grouping were practiced. The MPES practiced included application of fertilizers and other agrochemicals, use of high technology machinery and bunding in rice fields. The mean level of adaptive capacity of farm households was low in both areas; 0.30 and 0.27 in Kogyae and Muni respectively. The adoption of MPES was influenced positively by the level of human and physical capacities and farm size and location of protected area, and negatively by farmers' participation in off-farm activities. Farmers located in Kogyae were more likely to adopt productivity-enhancing strategies than their counterparts in Muni. Considering that access to the resources within the protected areas is restricted and not legally available to support livelihoods of the fringe communities, we conclude that enhancing access to both human and physical capitals is the way forward for climate change adaptation for these two communities. © 2015 by the authors.Item The Influence Of Agricultural Information Sources On The Practices And Livelihood Outcomes Of Cassava Farmers In Upper West Akim District(University of Ghana, 2015-07) Antwi, G.Cassava farmers in the district have a variety of information needs; however, these information requirements are unmet by the public extension agents who are mandated to deliver agricultural information to the farmers. The main objective of the study was therefore to determine the sources of agricultural information available and its influence on the farm practices and livelihood outcomes of the cassava farmers in the district. The survey research methodology was employed, and used multi-stage sampling to select 200 farmers from the communities for the study. Primary data was collected using structured questionnaires. The data collected was stored and analyzed using SPSS Version 21 Software. Both descriptive and inferential statistical tools were used in analyzing the data. Chi-square test of independence was the main inferential statistical tool employed in the analysis of the data because most of the variables of interest were measured on nominal and ordinal scale. The study showed that the sources of agricultural information mainly used by the cassava farmers were fellow farmers (82%), radio (66%), agricultural extension agents (46%), input dealers (38%) and with the least source used being newspapers/agricultural bulletins (6.5%). The study also found that age, farming experience and land tenure arrangement of the farmers significantly influenced sources from which agricultural information were obtained. It was also noted that, although, majority of the farmers sourced for agronomic, market and credit information, it was only credit information which was found to have a significant influence on the farm practices undertaken by the farmers. A statistically significant relationship was observed between farmer’s agricultural practice and their level of yield and income but not well-being and food security. It was recommended that extension officers in the district should extend credit information to the farmers and assist them to access credit. This may ensure that agricultural information obtained by the cassava farmers can be put into practice in other to improve their livelihood outcomes.Item Women in the Methodist Church Ghana: A Case Study of Three Selected Women(University of Ghana, 2012-10) Antwi, G.; Yeboahi, B.; Amenga-Etego, R.M.This study examined the contributions of women in the Methodist Church Ghana (MCG) which is one of the mainline Churches in Ghana. The study aimed at finding out the contributions of women to the development of the Methodist Church Ghana. The researcher concentrated on three selected women in the Methodist Church Ghana. They are Reverend Mrs. Patricia Foli, Mrs. Georgina Baiden, and the late Mrs. Agnes Afriyie Amankwaah. The main methodology of the study is phenomenological approach. The major research tools were interviews and administration of questionnaires, important literature on the research topic was reviewed. The main finding was that the women in the Methodist Church have contributed significantly to the development of the Methodist Church Ghana. The study made known that through the help of women in the Methodist Church Ghana some under privileged children have gotten access to higher education. Again the three selected women have also contributed to the development of the Methodist Church for instance, one of them has established an organization in the Church and through their activities a lot of women have been drawn to the Church. This study is very significant in that it would serve as a source of document to the Methodist Church to understand the challenges facing women in the Church. Finally, this study would serve as a catalyst for further study on women in the church as a whole.