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Date of this Version
2023
Abstract
The study was conducted using a multi-stage sampling technique involving simple random sampling, a probability sampling method, purposive sampling, and snowball sampling, which are non-probability methods. Two regions, namely, the Greater Accra and Eastern were purposively selected for the study. In the Greater Accra Region, Ada East District was selected while in the Eastern Region Asuogyaman District. In Greater Accra, the study was conducted in six farming villages namely: Big Ada, Dogo, Kasseh, Addokope, Korlekope, and Bedeku. In Eastern regions, the study was conducted in Asogyaman, where Tortibo, Sappor, Yenease, Adina Donor, and Ankyease. A snowball strategy was relied on in selecting small-scale farmers for the study. A total of 390 households, 130 from each district, were sampled randomly. The methodologies used for primary data were household surveys and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) while the instruments used were semi-structured pre-tested Interview Schedules and Checklist respectively. The study concludes that age has an effect on the attitude of small-scale farmers concerning their perceived use of ICT to improve their farming activities. The educational level of an individual plays a significant role in the acceptance and use of ICT.