Research article

The effect of gas flaring on Agricultural production of Okpai, Ndukwa East Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria

*Otunkor Oliver Olisemauche and Ohwovorione Peter Avwerosuoghene

School of General Studies, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Nigeria

*Corresponding Author E-mail: Oliseoliver4real@yahoo.com, ohwopet@gmail.com

Accepted 18 July 2015

Abstract

This study examines the impact of gas flaring on agricultural production of Okpai, Delta State, Nigeria. Questionnaires were administered to elicit information on soil fertility, crop growth and crop productivity. A total of 200 questionnaires were administered using stratified random sampling technique and analysed using tables and percentages. Result shows that gas flaring reduces or lowers level of soil nutrient and fertility. Crop growth and crop yield are affected negatively by gas flaring with plantain being the worst hit.

Keywords: Effect, Gas Flaring, Agricultural Production