Assessment of the nature and various assistance rendered to farmers by agricultural transformation agenda support programme Phase-1 in Sokoto state, Nigeria

This study assessed the nature and various assistance rendered to farmers by ATASP-1 in Sokoto State, Nigeria. A Multi stage random sampling technique was employed draw a sample of 240 respondents from sokoto. set structured questionnaires were used obtain information respondents. Descriptive statistics for data analysis. The result showed that majority (87.5%) male while female participating formed minority with (12.5%). research also found out provided agro-inputs such as improved varieties seeds (95.8%), fertilizers (49.6%), Agro- chemicals (33.3%). It constructed different kinds infrastructural facilities market stalls(17.5%), dispensaries (12.5%), primary school classrooms (27.5%), overhead tanks(12.9%) etc benefiting communities. further revealed (87.5%), (96.7%) (1.3%) benefited value addition techniques capacity building respectively. survey identified (65.4%), (76.7%) respectively both method demonstration strategies. training on farming methodologies through mass extension programmes radio/ television program (58.8%) group discussion (78.3%).Similarly,3.9%and 4.6% considers ATASP-1to have technologies In conclusion, it ATASP-1impacted positively significantly livelihood farmers. is recommended provision services groups should be encouraged due scarcity AEAS, more inputs like crops, agro etc, non-visits radio intensified ATASP-1, organizing refresher courses in-service staff equip them modern skills effectively disseminate agricultural technology