The Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Dairy Value Chain Activities: Examples fr...ILRI
Presented by Kassahun Belay at the Gender and Market Oriented Agriculture (AgriGender 2011) Workshop, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 31st January–2nd February 2011
Dairy value chain actors and their roles and linkages in Arsi Highlands, Ethi...ILRI
Presented by Mesay Yami (EIAR Kulumsa Agricultural Research Centre) at the Africa-RISING Quick Feed Project Inception Workshop, Addis Ababa, 7-8 May 2012
Livestock Master Plan (LMP): Roadmaps for the Ethiopia Growth and Transformat...ILRI
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from Ethiopia's Livestock Master Plan (LMP). The LMP was developed through extensive consultation and analysis to provide a roadmap for livestock development under Ethiopia's Growth and Transformation Plan II. The analysis found that proposed interventions across dairy, red meat, poultry and cross-cutting areas could achieve significant increases in production, incomes, exports and GDP while reducing poverty and improving food security. Successful implementation will require substantial public and private investment, as well as supportive policies and further research.
Rural Economic Development and Food Security Sector Working Group—RED and FSILRI
Presented by Gary Robbins (USAID) at the Ethiopia - CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs) Country Collaboration and Site Integration Meeting, Addis Ababa, 11 December 2015
Private Sector Experiences in dairy production, collection, processing and ma...ILRI
Sebeta Agro Industry was established in 1998 as the first private dairy processing firm in Ethiopia, located near Addis Ababa. Its objectives were to process and market dairy products domestically and for export, as well as produce animal feed and other food items. Initial opportunities included being an early entrant into the market and available raw milk supply. However, challenges included gaining the trust of raw milk producers and retailers unfamiliar with private sector products, low traditional dairy prices, and lack of skilled labor. While opportunities for dairy processors remain due to population and economic growth, ongoing challenges include managing seasonal milk supply and demand fluctuations, high production costs, and competition from the informal sector and imports.
The Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Dairy Value Chain Activities: Examples fr...ILRI
Presented by Kassahun Belay at the Gender and Market Oriented Agriculture (AgriGender 2011) Workshop, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 31st January–2nd February 2011
Dairy value chain actors and their roles and linkages in Arsi Highlands, Ethi...ILRI
Presented by Mesay Yami (EIAR Kulumsa Agricultural Research Centre) at the Africa-RISING Quick Feed Project Inception Workshop, Addis Ababa, 7-8 May 2012
Livestock Master Plan (LMP): Roadmaps for the Ethiopia Growth and Transformat...ILRI
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from Ethiopia's Livestock Master Plan (LMP). The LMP was developed through extensive consultation and analysis to provide a roadmap for livestock development under Ethiopia's Growth and Transformation Plan II. The analysis found that proposed interventions across dairy, red meat, poultry and cross-cutting areas could achieve significant increases in production, incomes, exports and GDP while reducing poverty and improving food security. Successful implementation will require substantial public and private investment, as well as supportive policies and further research.
Rural Economic Development and Food Security Sector Working Group—RED and FSILRI
Presented by Gary Robbins (USAID) at the Ethiopia - CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs) Country Collaboration and Site Integration Meeting, Addis Ababa, 11 December 2015
Private Sector Experiences in dairy production, collection, processing and ma...ILRI
Sebeta Agro Industry was established in 1998 as the first private dairy processing firm in Ethiopia, located near Addis Ababa. Its objectives were to process and market dairy products domestically and for export, as well as produce animal feed and other food items. Initial opportunities included being an early entrant into the market and available raw milk supply. However, challenges included gaining the trust of raw milk producers and retailers unfamiliar with private sector products, low traditional dairy prices, and lack of skilled labor. While opportunities for dairy processors remain due to population and economic growth, ongoing challenges include managing seasonal milk supply and demand fluctuations, high production costs, and competition from the informal sector and imports.
This document outlines a study on the economic performance of dairy farmers in Ethiopia. It provides background on the dairy sector in Ethiopia, noting its potential for growth given Ethiopia's large livestock population and varied climate. The study aims to analyze the organizational and economic performance of dairy farmers in four regions of Ethiopia - Chancho, Shashemene, Debre Zeit, and Addis Ababa - in order to make recommendations to improve farmers' performance. Data was collected through interviews with 50 farmers across the four regions. Economic models will then be used to show how farms' economic situations could be improved by changing parameters.
Funkioniert Micropayment? - Digital Media Day 2011Michael Hafner
Funktioniert Micropayment? Klar, aber sie brauchen noch immer ein Produkt... Medien müssen sich der Tatsache stellen, dass sie gar nicht Content, sondern Menschen verkaufen (nämlich ihre Leser an Anzeigenkunden) und sie müssen sich damit anfreunden, funktionierende Systeme zu schaffen, wenn sie etwas verkaufen wollen.
Denn wir zahlen nicht nur für sachliche Qualität, sondern vor allem für funktionale - was machen wir damit?
Joint publication about climate change and its effects on those at the frontline in Africa. Produced by Concern Universal, FARM-Africa, Find Your Feet, Self Help Africa and Utvikingsfondet/The Development Fund
The document discusses the potential for goats to reduce poverty in Africa. It describes current goat production systems and trends showing goats becoming increasingly important. Goats play vital social and economic roles in food security and income generation. Several strategies are suggested to unlock goats' potential, including improving access to services, breed improvement, developing markets, and farmer participation. In particular, crossbreeding local goats with dairy breeds shows promise, but supply of breeding stock is currently limited by import bans in some African countries.
Key Experiences Of Land Reform In Northern Cape, South AfricaFARM-Africa
This document provides background information on FARM-Africa's Northern Cape Land Reform and Advocacy Programme in South Africa. It discusses the history of land reform in South Africa following the end of apartheid, including the goals of redistributing land to previously disadvantaged groups. It describes FARM-Africa's work since 1995 supporting land reform communities in the Northern Cape province to manage their newly acquired land. Key problems are highlighted, such as communities receiving land far from where they live, lack of skills in management and planning, and inadequate infrastructure and funds. The document aims to provide lessons learned to help land reform communities use their land more effectively.
Cattle In Southern Ethiopia. Participatory Studies In Wolaita & Konso WoredasFARM-Africa
This document summarizes studies conducted by FARM-Africa's Farmers' Research Project between 1991-1999 in southern Ethiopia. The project aimed to increase incomes of resource-poor farmers through farmer participatory research. It conducted diagnostic surveys, participatory on-farm trials, and special studies on priority problems identified by farmers. Section 1 provides background on the project. Section 2 examines livestock production challenges in Wolaita zone, including diseases like trypanosomiasis. Section 3 focuses on testing the use of Deltamethrin insecticide to control trypanosomiasis in Konso woreda, finding it to be effective and reducing mortality rates. The studies demonstrate the value of participatory research but also the need
Tracking The Performance Of Livestock Banks, Northern Cape South AfricaFARM-Africa
This document provides a summary of a working paper that tracks the performance of livestock banks managed by land reform groups in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The paper finds that livestock banks were established at seven land reform sites to provide credit for members to purchase livestock, as most members could not secure financing from other sources. The paper reports on the progress and performance of the livestock banks over two periods, in 2004 and 2005. It also shares qualitative feedback from land reform community members on the successes and challenges of the livestock banks.
Planning For Small Scale Irrigation In EthiopiaFARM-Africa
This document discusses planning for small-scale irrigation interventions in Ethiopia by FARM-Africa. It provides background on FARM-Africa's commissioning of a study on community-based small-scale irrigation in Ethiopia to develop their strategy. It also discusses lessons learned from IFAD's Special Country Programme Phase II in Ethiopia, which focused on small-scale irrigation development. The document outlines key factors in Ethiopia's context including policies, gaps in policy and practice, and institutional set up that are relevant for small-scale irrigation. It compares the benefits of small-scale irrigation versus alternative interventions and discusses how small-scale irrigation can benefit farmers and the environment while not directly benefiting the landless.
FARM-Africa Raffia Project, Nou Forest, TanzaniaFARM-Africa
The document discusses a project aimed at promoting the sustainable harvesting and marketing of raffia products made by communities near the Nou Forest in Tanzania. It seeks to improve livelihoods by linking raffia artisans to markets, providing business training, and establishing a one-year initiative to boost production and sales. The project helps conserve the forest by teaching sustainable raffia harvesting techniques and empowering local women to generate income through their weaving.
Working paper one: Eastern Cape Smallholder Support ProjectFARM-Africa
The document provides an assessment of revolving funds established by FARM-Africa's Eastern Cape Smallholder Support Project to provide credit to smallholder farmers. Some key points:
- Revolving funds were established in 7 farmer associations totaling over R767,000 with a 65% contribution from FARM-Africa.
- 407 farmers received loans totaling over R330,000 with an average loan size of R813. Loan repayment was around 80% on average but varied significantly between associations.
- Weak umbrella committees and policies of other groups providing subsidies and grants were identified as reasons for suboptimal loan repayment in some associations.
- Secondary factors like competitive agricultural markets, extension agent skills,
FARM-Africa Experiences On Prosopis Management Afar (2008)FARM-Africa
The document summarizes experiences managing the invasive plant species Prosopis in Ethiopia's Afar region. It discusses efforts to utilize Prosopis pods as livestock feed, produce charcoal from cleared Prosopis, and reclaim invaded land for crops and pasture. While eradication of Prosopis has proven difficult, these management strategies aim to control its spread and make use of the plant as a resource to support local livelihoods. Over 700,000 hectares in Afar are invaded, threatening pastoralism. Management approaches seek sustainable control through community involvement in Prosopis utilization.
From Grassroots To Government. FARM-Africa's Experience Influencing PolicyFARM-Africa
This document discusses four case studies from FARM-Africa projects that influenced policy changes related to natural resource management in sub-Saharan Africa. The case studies examine projects in South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Kenya that addressed issues in land reform, veterinary services, forestry, and livestock, respectively. Through grassroots work and engagement with decision makers, the projects were able to provide evidence that contributed to revisions in relevant policies and practices to better support smallholder farmers and rural communities in sustainable development and poverty reduction.