Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries

Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024

  • Review Article

    Finger Millet (Eleusine Coracana (L.) Gaertn) Production Status, Challenges, and Seed Source in Ethiopia; A Review

    Bethlehem Melese*, Werotaw Sisay, Hailu Garkebo

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 132-137
    Received: 15 April 2024
    Accepted: 16 May 2024
    Published: 11 September 2024
    DOI: 10.11648/j.aff.20241305.11
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    Abstract: Similar to other cereal crops finger millet is being produced in a large volume in Ethiopia, as they are the principal staple food crop. Finger millet is considered as underutilized cereal crop which is commonly grown in the northern, west-northern, and western parts of the country and it is considered as a crop which is important to overcome malnu... Show More
  • Research Article

    Factors Affecting Seedling Growth Performance and Quality of Two Acacia Species and Shinus Molle on Nursery Stage, Southern Oromia, Ethiopia

    Hirpa Abebe*, Wondmagegn Bekele

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 138-147
    Received: 18 April 2024
    Accepted: 16 May 2024
    Published: 11 September 2024
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    Abstract: The study was carried out within the Nursery of the Department of Forestry, at Sinana Agricultural Research Center, on the effects of different soils media and varying pot sizes on the early growth of Acacia abyssinica, Acacia saligna and Shinus molle were investigated. Four different soils media used were forest soil (FS), compost (Co), sand soil ... Show More
  • Research Article

    Adaptation Trial of Sweet Lupine (Lupinus angustifolius L.) Varieties in West Hararghe Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia

    Tamrat Dinkale*, Lensa Urgesa, Jibrail Hassan

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 148-158
    Received: 22 April 2024
    Accepted: 16 May 2024
    Published: 20 September 2024
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    Abstract: Little or no information is known about the adaptability and uses of sweet lupine in the Oromia region, especially in Hararghe zones where animal feed shortage is the bottleneck for smallholder farmers. This activity was initiated to evaluate and identifying the best performing sweet lupine varieties in herbage yield, best adaptive and high seed yi... Show More
  • Research Article

    Evaluation of Released Finger Millet Varieties in the East Wollega Zone of Western Oromia for Yields and Acid Soil Tolerance

    Mamo Mekonnen*, Temesgen Temena, Shiferaw Tadesse, Bayisa Baye

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 159-166
    Received: 15 August 2024
    Accepted: 7 September 2024
    Published: 23 September 2024
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    Abstract: On the sub humid regions of western Oromia, many finger millet cultivars were released and produced, but their performance on acid soils was not well researched. A field experiment consisted of two factors (nine finger millet verities and two lime rates, limed and un-limed treatments) were laid out in factorial arrangement, Randomized Complete Bloc... Show More
  • Research Article

    Effect of Intra Row Spacing and Nitrogen Fertilizer Levels on Yield of Shallot in Mulo District, Ethiopia

    Alemu Hailu*, Mosisa Chewaka, Zerihun Jalata

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 167-174
    Received: 13 March 2024
    Accepted: 13 April 2024
    Published: 26 September 2024
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    Abstract: The shallot is one of the important alliaceous crops cultivated in many tropical countries. It is an important horticultural crop used to flavor the local stew "wot" and a source of income for farmers in Ethiopia. However, the productivity of shallot is low at study area due to various limiting factors such as low soil fertility, plant population a... Show More
  • Review Article

    Factors Affecting the Quality of Ethiopian Coffee (Coffea Arabica L.)

    Meseret Degefa Regassa*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 175-181
    Received: 12 December 2023
    Accepted: 18 February 2024
    Published: 29 September 2024
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    Abstract: Ethiopia is fortunate in this regard, as it is home to many different types of. Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica L.) is the main coffee variety in global coffee production, accounting for more than 60% of total production. Arabica coffee accounts for 30% of Ethiopia's foreign exchange earnings. Arabica coffee is a popular coffee variety in coffee pro... Show More
  • Research Article

    Influence of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizers Applications for Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) Production Under Irrigation in the Fogera District, Northwest Ethiopia

    Abebe Getu*, Demisew Bekele, Wubayehu Gebremedhin, Helen Asamenew

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 182-189
    Received: 9 August 2024
    Accepted: 6 September 2024
    Published: 29 September 2024
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    Abstract: Small-scale tomato production under irrigation is a common practice in the Fogera area of the Amhara Region in Northwest Ethiopia. However, there were no location-specific economic optimum N and P fertilizer recommendations for tomato production in the area. Therefore, a field study was conducted in 2020 and 2021 to investigate the response of toma... Show More
  • Research Article

    Analysis of Technical Efficiency on Orange Fleshed Sweet Potatoes Production Among the Smallholder Farmers in Migori County Kenya

    Lawrence Otieno Jabuya*, Shelmith Wanja Munyiri, Martin Kagiki Njogu

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 190-201
    Received: 7 August 2024
    Accepted: 2 September 2024
    Published: 18 October 2024
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    Abstract: Sweet potatoes (Ipomea batatas L.), particularly the orange fleshed variety, have become increasingly popular due to their ability to thrive in various environmental conditions with minimal inputs. Orange fleshed sweet potatoes (OFSPs) show potential for productivity, yet smallholder farmers in Kenya still struggle to maximize their yields. The fac... Show More
  • Review Article

    Climate-Smart Horticultural Practices: Building Resilience in a Changing Environment: A Scoping Review

    Usman Mohammed Ali*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 202-209
    Received: 8 September 2024
    Accepted: 26 September 2024
    Published: 18 October 2024
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    Abstract: Climate change disrupts weather patterns, intensifies water scarcity and exacerbates pest and disease pressures, posing a significant threat to horticultural production systems. This scoping review explores a range of climate-smart practices to enhance adaptation and resilience within the sector. Core practices like water-efficient irrigation, heat... Show More
  • Research Article

    An Investigation on the Food and Feeding Habit of Sarotherodon Galilaeus (Cichlidae) in Egbe Reservoir, Ekiti State, Nigeria

    Adu Wasiu Olawale*, Dominic Odedeyi

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 5, October 2024
    Pages: 210-214
    Received: 10 September 2024
    Accepted: 4 October 2024
    Published: 29 October 2024
    DOI: 10.11648/j.aff.20241305.20
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    Abstract: A study on the food and feeding ecology of Sarotherodon galilaeus, a species of cichlid found in Nigeria's Egbe Reservoir. For the investigation, 305 fish specimens were used. The stomach contents were analyzed using diet indices such as stomach fullness, numerical approach, and frequency of occurrence method. Additionally, the Geometric Index of v... Show More