Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Programmes for Small-Scale Coffee Farmers in Ethiopia: A Policy Impact Study

Wossen Gizaw, Gondar University Fikru Desta, Debre Markos University Amsale Yohannes, Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Addis Ababa Teklehaimaul Dereje, Department of Research, Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Addis Ababa
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18974521
Published: August 27, 2012

Abstract

Greenhouse gas emissions from small-scale agriculture are significant in Ethiopia's coffee sector, affecting both climate change and local livelihoods. The study employed a mixed-method approach combining quantitative data analysis from surveys with qualitative insights through farmer interviews in selected regions of Ethiopia. Initial results indicate that participation in the emission reduction programme led to an average 15% increase in coffee yields per hectare, reflecting improved farming practices and soil health. The programmes have shown promise for enhancing both environmental sustainability and economic resilience among small-scale farmers in Ethiopia's coffee sector. Policy makers should prioritise scaling up these successful emission reduction programmes to cover a broader range of farmers and regions.

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Wossen Gizaw, Fikru Desta, Amsale Yohannes, Teklehaimaul Dereje (2012). Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Programmes for Small-Scale Coffee Farmers in Ethiopia: A Policy Impact Study. African Labour Economics (Economics/Social crossover), Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18974521

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African GeographySmallholder AgricultureCarbon FootprintSustainable DevelopmentClimate Change AdaptationParticipatory ResearchPolicy Evaluation

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