WAEC Agricultural Science 2023 Question 2

Question 2

Agricultural Development

Rural-urban migration of farm labour could be prevented by

  1. A.increasing the size of farmland for cultivation.
  2. B.employing more extension agents for farmers.
  3. C.increasing the cost of acquiring farmland.
  4. D.establishing agro-based industries in villages.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (establishing agro-based industries in villages.)

Explanation

Rural industries give jobs and income, so young people stay.