An important role of agriculture in Nigeria's economic development is the

ECONOMICS
JAMB 2014

An important role of agriculture in Nigeria's economic development is the

  • A. processing of raw materials for industries
  • B. regulation of price system
  • C. provision of infrastructure
  • D. provision of employment

Correct Answer: D. provision of employment

Explanation

The contribution of agriculture to economic growth and development lies in providing food to expanding population, increasing the demand for industrial products, providing local foreign exchange earnings for the import of capital goods, increasing social income, providing productive employment and improving welfare of farmers



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