Effect of World Bank Assisted Fadama II Project on the Performance of Fish Farming in IMO State, South East Nigeria: A Comparative Evaluation

The study was designed to investigate the effect of Fadama II project on the performance of fish farming in Imo State. A sample of 30 fadama fish farmers and 30 non-fadama fish farmers were selected by multistage random sampling technique. Data were collected with a well structured questionnaire administered to 60 randomly selected fish farmers. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, productivity model and ordinary least square multiple regression technique. The results show that the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers show that majority of the respondents were educated and had appreciable experience in fish farming which enhances their activities. Size of pond and capital invested in the business are important factors that determine output of both group of farmers. Cost of water was found to be insignificant and negative among the non-fadama farmers. It becomes imperative therefore that in order to enhance farmers’ income as well as their standard of living, it is recommended that they should be encouraged to join the fadama projects.