The Ethiopian highlands are characterized by land degradation, erosion and low productivity, while they serve as the water towers of the region. It is estimated that over 1.9 billion tons of soil are lost from the highlands of Ethiopia each year, with the soil loss ranging from 5 to 300 t/ha/year...
Gebresilase, Y.
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Amede, Tilahun
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[Investing in land and water management practices in the Ethiopian highlands]
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Investing in land and water management practices in the Ethiopian highlands
Water management strategies and allocation policies that support agricultural intensification across agro-ecological zones and hydrologic basins are required for building resilient agrarian communities in sub-Saharan Africa.We provide an overview of the research and investments needed to enhance ...
Cofie, Olufunke O.
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Amede, Tilahun
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[Water management for sustainable agricultural intensification and smallholder resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa]
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Water management for sustainable agricultural intensification and smallholder resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa
Livestock is a key livelihood strategy and source of food and income for poor livestock keepers. However, inappropriate livestock management along with poor water management practices often contributes to widespread and severe depletion, degradation and contamination of water and land resources. ...
Amede, Tilahun
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Descheemaeker, Katrien
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[Livestock and water management: Key for changing systems and livelihoods in Africa]
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Livestock and water management: Key for changing systems and livelihoods in Africa