Influence of Socio Economic Variables on Output of Honey in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria

This research portrays the influence of socio economic variables on output honey in Ikwuano Local Government Area (LGA) Abia State, Nigeria. Specific analytical techniques employed were descriptive statistics, Likert rating scale and multiple regression analysis involving linear, Cobb Douglass, semi log exponential functional forms. Result from characteristics shows that greater percentage males (76.67%) involved bee keeping than their female counterpart (23.33%). Mainstream Apiculturist adopted modern production. The significant influencing LGA access to credit, Bee farmer’s experiences Apiculture, gender Apiculturist, farm assets, family labour baiting materials. Lack credit facilities ranked topmost constraints farmers encounter enterprises. It is recommended be encouraged expand production by increasing number hives; this will reduce aggregate cost increase total accruable revenue. Additionally, government ministry agriculture, as well other agencies should provide order