Constraints and Opportunity of <i>Teff</i> Production in the Case of Assosa Woreda, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia

Alemayehu Keba Beyene; Sura Degefu Tadessa

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Constraints and Opportunity of Teff Production in the Case of Assosa Woreda, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia

Alemayehu Keba Beyene^*, Sura Degefu Tadessa

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Teff, a vital cereal in Ethiopia's economy, is consumed locally and plays a significant role. It supports the livelihoods of numerous farmers, creates job opportunities, and generates foreign currency. The Assosa woreda, situated in the western part of Ethiopia's Benishangul gumuz regional state, has the potential for cereal production, specifically maize, teff, and sorghum. However, currently, farmers in the woreda are not benefiting, and the production and productivity of these cereals are declining due to various limitations. Hence, the objective of this study was to assess the restrictions and possibilities for teff production in the woreda. Data was collected through a random sampling method, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data types. A total of 194 teff-producing households from four kebeles (Amba 1, Amba 10, Ura, Selga 24, and Afasizm) were surveyed, and qualitative data was obtained through Focus Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews. The findings revealed that disease, insect pests, lodging, and weeds were the primary constraints affecting teff production and productivity in Assosa woreda. The study also found that a favorable condition, such as the rising demand for teff crops, the suitability of land for teff production particularly natural endowment and government policies that emphasize agricultural transformation and infrastructure development, especially in rural areas, all encourage farmers to produce teff in the study area. As a result, policymakers should encourage researchers to develop teff varieties that are resistant to diseases and insects, strengthen extension services, and enhance the knowledge and skills of smallholder farmers to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the overall economy.

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Assosa, Cereal, Production, Teff, Ethiopia

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Beyene AK, Tadessa SD. Constraints and Opportunity of Teff Production in the Case of Assosa Woreda, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia. Advances. 2024;5(1):1-4. doi: 10.11648/j.advances.20240501.11

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Quality Assurance and Evaluation Research Directorate, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Quality Assurance and Evaluation Research Directorate, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Beyene AK, Tadessa SD. Constraints and Opportunity of Teff Production in the Case of Assosa Woreda, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia. Advances. 2024;5(1):1-4. doi: 10.11648/j.advances.20240501.11

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