The study broadly aims at providing information on the adoption of improved rice
varieties among small-scale farmers in Katcha Local Government Area of Niger
state, Nigeria. The study was conducted in 2007 cropping season. Data were
generated from a sample of 100 farmers using questionnaire. Results indicated a
high rate of awareness of improved rice varieties. The main sources of
information were radio and extension agents. The major reasons for nonadoption
of improved rice varieties are that they are expensive and nonavailability
of the input. The study recommends policies that would strengthen the
existing media and extension services. Also, improved rice varieties and other
input that could enhance farmers output be made available to the farmer at
affordable prices.