Research Article
Constraints and Opportunity of Teff Production in the Case of Assosa Woreda, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia
Alemayehu Keba Beyene*,
Sura Degefu Tadessa
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 1, April 2024
Pages:
1-4
Received:
11 December 2023
Accepted:
28 December 2023
Published:
11 January 2024
Abstract: 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.
Abstract: 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, specificall...
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Review Article
Improving Students' Employability in Ho Chi Minh City Today
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 1, March 2024
Pages:
5-12
Received:
03 January 2024
Accepted:
18 February 2024
Published:
27 February 2024
Abstract: Our country's economy is on the rise, besides the advantages, there are also many difficulties and negatives that arise, such as unemployment among students after graduating. Increasing in the current market mechanism. The more the country develops, in addition to modern technology serving production and business, one of the factors determining the country's development is the labor force, in today's market economy the workforce Workers are students trained in universities, colleges..., the country's young force is very dynamic and capable at work. Therefore, students are a very important human resource that we need to know how to use in the most reasonable and effective way. But the current unemployment situation of students after graduating has greatly affected the economic and social development of the country. So the question for managers and the country is what causes that situation? Is it because the training process at universities still lacks many aspects? or because the State's policies are not reasonable in using labor. Employment after graduation is always a pressing issue not only for students themselves but also for families, schools and society. Having a job that matches the field of training is always the dream of not only students graduating from school but even for those still sitting in university lecture halls. Starting from the importance of employment for students after graduation, the topic "Improving the ability of students to find jobs in Ho Chi Minh City today" researches, surveys and evaluates. Reality, employability of students after graduation and research on factors affecting students' job search results. With that goal, the author uses scientific research methods, typically data investigation methods, to propose solutions to practical problems related to student employment. After graduation and advise on some solutions. With the hope that those solutions will be applied in practice to improve the employability of Ho Chi Minh City students after graduation in the current period.
Abstract: Our country's economy is on the rise, besides the advantages, there are also many difficulties and negatives that arise, such as unemployment among students after graduating. Increasing in the current market mechanism. The more the country develops, in addition to modern technology serving production and business, one of the factors determining the...
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