https://repository.ju.edu.et//handle/123456789/149 2026-04-15T02:06:52Z 2026-04-15T02:06:52Z Mekdes Shiferaw Adugna Eneyew Tamiru Chalchisa https://repository.ju.edu.et//handle/123456789/10090 2025-12-24T09:21:02Z 2024-05-27T00:00:00Z

Gender Difference, Livelihood Strategies and Food Security Status of Smallholder Coffee Producers in Mana District, Jimma, Ethiopia Mekdes Shiferaw; Adugna Eneyew; Tamiru Chalchisa In developing countries the main livelihood is based on agriculture and it is characterized by backward technologies and limited resources to attain food security by smallholder farmers. The aim of this research is, therefore, to assess gender gap, extent of livelihood diversification and its impact on household food security among smallholder coffee producers at Jimma Zone Ethiopia. Multistage sampling procedures were employed to select 355 sample respondents. Primary data were collected from three purposively selected kebeles using interview scheduled, key informant interview, and focus group discussion. Both descriptive and inferential data analysis methods, Household calorie acquisition, Harvard gender analytical framework, Simpson livelihood diversification index and Endogenous switching regression model were applied to for data analysis. The results of the study indicated that 45% of sample household diversify their livelihoods and 55% did not. About 43.8% and 56.1 % of sample households are food –secured and food-in secured respectively. The study result indicates clearing and preparation of the land, digging of the hole, refilling of the soil, plantation of the shade, seedling transportation and planting, mulching, hoeing and pruning were mainly done by male, whereas; harvesting, drying and storage of coffee were predominantly done by female. Binary logit result showed that sex, education level , livestock holding, household size, total annual income, cooperative membership and land size were significantly affected livelihood diversification of smallholder coffee producers at 1%, 5% and 10% probability level. Moreover, the result of endogenous switching regression analysis model showed that household involvement on livelihood diversification had positive and significant impact on household calorie intake. Diversifications into non-arm and off- far activities play essential role smallholder coffee producers which are holding of less than 1 hectare of land and rain-fed dependent agriculture. Households who diversified their livelihood activities are the ones who able to build better asset and less vulnerable than the undiversified ones and they are ensured their food security. Thus; it recommended that government has to give consideration to support the livelihood diversification effort through making suitable environment for farmers especially for women.

2024-05-27T00:00:00Z Asefa Tadesse Tamiru Chalchisa Yadeta Bekele https://repository.ju.edu.et//handle/123456789/10076 2025-12-22T07:58:33Z 2024-12-27T00:00:00Z

Determinants of Consumer Cooperatives Membership: The Case of Jimma Town, Ethiopia Asefa Tadesse; Tamiru Chalchisa; Yadeta Bekele Consumer cooperatives are businesses that are owned and democratically managed by their members, focusing on meeting the needs and aspirations of consumers. Understanding the factors that influence participation in these cooperatives is crucial for economic development. This study examines the determinants of consumer cooperative membership in Jimma Town, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative data gathered through structured interviews, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews from various sources. Data collection involved a random sampling of 155 respondents from four kebele households. The analysis employed two main approaches: descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation, frequency, and percentage) and econometric models, specifically logit regression. STATA version 14 was used for data analysis. The results showed that 62.6% of households participated in consumer cooperatives, while 37.4% did not. An independent t-test was applied to continuous variables, and a chi-square test was used for categorical variables, complemented by a Likert scale to evaluate perceptions of consumer cooperatives. The analysis revealed statistically significant differences across most variables. Challenges to membership identified includes lack of awareness, reluctance to join, insufficient knowledge, limited availability of goods, inadequate training, delayed delivery, and government intervention. The logit model identified three significant factors influencing membership: the educational level of households, access to market information, and knowledge about cooperative services, all of which positively affected participation in consumer cooperatives. In general, consumer cooperatives membership were found to have a paramount importance in availing goods and services in a fair price and enable members to gain double advantage through redistributing benefit dividends. Therefore, addressing membership challenges through better supply chain management, increasing awareness, enhancing service quality, and ensuring transparent governance deserves special attention. Additionally, promoting fair pricing, upgrading infrastructure, encouraging democratic practices, and providing financial incentives are essential for strengthening cooperative membership and engagement in the study area.

2024-12-27T00:00:00Z Zanaba Jambare Mekonnen Addis Abdu Mohamed https://repository.ju.edu.et//handle/123456789/9859 2025-07-28T08:14:22Z 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z

Seroprevalence of Camel Brucellosis and its Associated Risk Factors in Gumbi-Bordode District of West Hararghe Zone, Oromia Region, Ethiopia Zanaba Jambare; Mekonnen Addis; Abdu Mohamed Camel brucellosis is an infectious bacterial disease of global public health and economic significance. However, there is limited information regarding the status of this disease in camels in the Gumi Bordode district. Hence, this study aimed to determine the seroprevalence and associated risk factors of camel brucellosis in the study area.

2024-05-01T00:00:00Z Yohannis Teshome Mukarim Abdurahaman Tadele Kabeta https://repository.ju.edu.et//handle/123456789/9857 2025-07-28T08:08:00Z 2024-06-01T00:00:00Z

Seroprevalence of small Ruminants Brucellosis, and knowledge, Attitude and practice (KAP) of Households in Elwoya and Gomole Districts of Borena zone, Oromia Region, Ethiopia Yohannis Teshome; Mukarim Abdurahaman; Tadele Kabeta Brucellosis is an infectious bacterial disease of severe public healath threat and economic lossess. Data on seroprevalence and Kwoldege Attitude Practice of the disease in pastoral areas Thus, a cross-sectional study was conducted between March to July, 2023 with the aim to determine prevalence and risk factors of brucellosis in small ruminant and to asses Kwoldege Attitude Practice of pastoralists in Gomole and Elwoya districts of Borana zone

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