| Author(s) |
Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo Information Services (LISGIS) |
| Date |
2025-02-01 |
| Country |
Liberia |
| Language |
English |
| Contributor(s) |
Ministry of Agriculture, UNFAO & World Bank |
| Publisher(s) |
Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo Information Services (LISGIS) |
| Description |
This report presents the main results of the LAC-2024 household sector. Its objective is to provide deeper understanding on the socio-demographic characteristics of agricultural households in Liberia and the various agricultural activities practiced by these households. The report also presents the various forms of labor, inputs, tools and equipment used by Liberia's agricultural households. |
| Abstract |
The Liberia Agriculture Census 2024 (LAC-2024) is a landmark initiative aimed at providing comprehensive, reliable, and up-to-date data on the structure and characteristics of Liberia's agricultural sector. This census is crucial for evidence-based policymaking, investment planning, and monitoring of the agricultural sector's performance.
Liberia's agricultural sector remains a vital component of the national economy, employing a significant portion of the population and serving as a key driver of food security, rural livelihoods, and economic growth. However, the sector faces numerous challenges, including outdated data on agricultural holdings, limited information on farming practices, and a lack of precise statistics on livestock, fisheries, and forestry. The census seeks to address these data gaps by leveraging digital tools and international best practices, ensuring that the country's agriculture policies and development programs are based on accurate and timely information.
The LAC-2024 represents Liberia's first fully digital agriculture census, utilizing Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) technology to enhance data quality and efficiency. It aligned with the methodological framework recommended by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and was supported by the World Bank's Harmonizing and Improving Statistics in West Africa (HISWA) Project and the 50x2030 Initiative. |
| Table of contents |
DATA SOURCES AND AVAILABILITY i
RELATED LINK i
CITATION REQUIREMENT AND FORMAT GUIDANCE i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ii
FOREWORD iii
PREFACE iv
LIST OF TABLES v
LIST OF FIGURES vi
LIST OF APPENDICES vii
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS vii
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY viii
INTRODUCTION 1
DEFINITION OF KEY TERMS 3
METHODOLOGY 5
KEY FINDINGS 10
CHAPTER 1: CHARACTERISTICS OF AGRICULTURAL HOUSEHOLDS 11
1.1. SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE OF AGRICULTURAL HOUSEHOLDS 11
1.2. AGRICULTURAL HOUSEHOLDS MEMBERS' LIVING CONDITIONS 15
CHAPTER 2: AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES 22
2.1. TYPES OF AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES OF THE HOUSEHOLDS 22
2.2. CROP CULTIVATION 23
2.3. LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY REARING 31
CHAPTER 3: AGRICULTURAL LABOUR, INPUT AND EQUIPMENT 33
3.1. AGRICULTURAL LABOUR 33
3.2. FERTILIZERS AND EQUIPMENT USAGE 35
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 39
APPENDIX 40 |
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https://microdata.lisgislr.org/index.php/catalog/36/download/138 |
