The role played by youth in agriculture cannot be overemphasized, while agribusinesses are important generators of employment and income worldwide. Improving the sustainability of food value chains can benefit millions of rural poor people living in developing countries, especially young women. Despite policies and programs aimed at encouraging agricultural entrepreneurs, they are still facing challenges such as high-cost agrochemicals, limited access to credit, price volatility, etc. which seriously affect their capacity to remain in the sector. This study was undertaken to assess the performance and participation of young male and female entrepreneurs. This study made use of cross-section data from a survey conducted on 1019 young agricultural entrepreneurs in Cameroon. The data were analyzed using gross margin, student t-test, and logistic regression. Our study contributes to the literature by showing that young women agribusiness entrepreneurs are as competitive as their male counterparts and that the opportunities for young women in agriculture are good. Incentives such as single-digit interest rates and no collateral security should be directed to young women to receive more credit for purchasing agrochemicals and improved varieties of seed. Furthermore, a price control policy should be set up throughout the year to enable young women earn as their young men counterparts to enable them remain in production and marketing activities.

This study examines the impact of public agricultural spending on cowpea and soybean yields in Cameroon from 2000 to 2024, using time series data and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) analysis. The results indicate that public agricultural spending, land use, agricultural labour, and fertilizer use explain 82% and 96% of the variation in soybean and cowpea yields, respectively. Findings reveal a positive and significant relationship between agricultural labour and yields for both crops, highlighting the importance of labour-intensive farming practices. Additionally, increased public agricultural spending significantly enhances cowpea yields, emphasizing the critical role of government investment in agriculture. Conversely, a 30% decrease in public spending would likely reduce yields due to diminished access to essential inputs and services. The study underscores the need for sustained public support and efficient labour use to boost agricultural productivity in Cameroon. Copyright© 2024 The Author(s). This article is distributed under the terms of the license CC-BY 4.0., which permits any further distribution in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

Record keeping plays a crucial role in various aspects of organizational functioning. Maintaining accurate records is essential for effective financial management and serves as a valuable resource for operational management and decision-making. This study assessed the farm-level productivity and profitability of cassava farmers who keep records in Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to analyze the productivity of these cassava farmers, evaluate their profitability, and describe the constraints they face. A multistage sampling procedure, incorporating simple random sampling, was used to collect data from 77 cassava farmers who keep records. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, ordinary least squares regression, and gross margin analysis. The findings indicated that labor significantly increased cassava productivity, while the amount of credit used, stem cuttings, and farm size negatively impacted productivity. Additionally, cassava production was found to be profitable, with a gross margin of ₦115,331.95 per hectare of land cultivated and a return on investment of ₦1.47 for every Naira invested. The constraints faced by cassava farmers included high labor costs, limited farmland, a lack of improved varieties, poor road networks, and insufficient access to extension agents. To address these issues, it is recommended to tailor credit products to meet the specific needs of farmers, such as offering seasonal loans, working capital loans, or loans for specific farming activities. Furthermore, efficient land use planning, considering factors like crop rotation and diversified crops, could help maximize the land's potential.