Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries

Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025

  • Research Article

    Pre-extension Demonstration of Released Field Pea Varieties in Targeted Districts of West and Southwest Shewa Zones of Oromia, Ethiopia

    Endale Mekonnen*, Mamaru Tesfaye, Hana Amare, Chernet Asefa

    Issue: Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025
    Pages: 30-35
    Received: 20 February 2025
    Accepted: 18 March 2025
    Published: 31 March 2025
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    Abstract: A pre-extension demonstration of improved field pea varieties was conducted in the west, southwest, and Finifine special zones of Adaberga, Welmera, Ejere, and Woliso districts of Oromia regional state. The main objective of the study was to demonstrate and evaluate the recently released (Jeldu) variety along with standard checks (Burqitu). The tri... Show More
  • Research Article

    Determination of Appropriate Maize (Zea mays L.) Spacing for Moisture Stress Areas of Borana Zone, Southern Oromia

    Ibsa Jibat*, Belda Edeo, Dajane Legesse

    Issue: Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025
    Pages: 36-43
    Received: 17 December 2024
    Accepted: 20 March 2025
    Published: 10 April 2025
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    Abstract: Plant density is one of the factor that affect maize yield and yield related traits. However, most of appropriate agronomic practices and requirements of maize have been studied and determined, there is limited information on plant population and row arrangement in study area. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the effects of intra ... Show More
  • Research Article

    On-Farm Demonstration of Improved Forage Varieties in Selected Districts of Southwest Ethiopia

    Teka Tefera Bekele*

    Issue: Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025
    Pages: 44-49
    Received: 5 March 2025
    Accepted: 24 March 2025
    Published: 14 April 2025
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    Abstract: Livestock production is a critical component of Ethiopia's agricultural sector, contributing significantly to food security, income generation, and livelihoods. However, livestock productivity remains constrained by inadequate availability of high-quality forage, particularly during dry seasons. This study evaluated the adaptability and productivit... Show More
  • Research Article

    Evaluating the Agronomic and Economic Yield of Rice: An Effective Way for Delivering Extension Service

    Adane Melak Beyene*

    Issue: Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025
    Pages: 50-60
    Received: 2 November 2024
    Accepted: 19 November 2024
    Published: 19 April 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.aff.20251402.14
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    Abstract: Africa has experienced the fastest-growing demand for rice in the world over the past decade, making rice remarkable economic and social importance. However, compared to other rice-growing regions, Africa's rice yields are among the lowest, with imports meeting most of the demand. Yield improvement can be achieved by adjusting elements of the cropp... Show More
  • Research Article

    Determinant Factors for Farmers’ Investment on Forest Landscape Restoration in Soddo Zuria, Southern-Ethiopia

    Bisrat Hailemichael, Melaku Bekele, Tamirat Teshome*

    Issue: Volume 14, Issue 2, April 2025
    Pages: 61-71
    Received: 10 March 2025
    Accepted: 26 March 2025
    Published: 22 April 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.aff.20251402.15
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    Abstract: Forest landscape degradation poses a significant challenge in southern Ethiopia, contributing to food insecurity and rural migration. Despite various intervention programs, effective management of this vital resource remains inadequate, resulting in declining agricultural productivity. This study investigates the impact of various environmental and... Show More