Socio-economic and environmental contributions of agroforestry practice in Lay Armachiho Woreda Amhara region, Ethiopia

Table of Contents

• ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• LIST OF TABLE
• LIST OF FIGURE
• LIST OF APPENDIX
• LIST OF ACRONYMS
• ABSTRACT
• CHAPTER ONE
• INTRODUCTION
• BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
• STATEMENTS OF THE PROBLEM
• OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
• General objective
• Specific objectives
• RESEARCH QUESTIONS
• SCOPE OF THE STUDY
• SIGNIFICANCE OF STUDY
• ORGANIZATION OF THE PAPER
• CHAPTER TWO
• LITERATURE REVIEW
• DEFINITIONS AND CONCEPTS
• MAJOR TYPES OF THE AGROFORESTRY PRACTICE
• THEORETICAL LITERATURE
• EMPIRICAL LITERATURE
• CONCEPTUAL FRAME WORK
• CHAPTER THREE
• MATERIALS AND METHODS
• DESCRIPTION OF STUDY AREA
• RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
• SOURCES OF DATA
• SAMPLING TECHNIQUE AND SAMPLE SIZE
• METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION
• METHODS OF DATA ANALYSIS
• RESEARCH METHOD SUMMARY
• CHAPTER FOUR
• RESULT AND DISCUSSION
• SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF RESPONDENTS
• AGROFORESTRY PRACTICES AND ITS CONTRIBUTION FOR PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY
• CONTRIBUTIONS OF AGROFORESTRY PRACTICE TO REDUCE BURDENS OF WOMEN & CHILDREN
• CONTRIBUTIONS OF AGROFORESTRY PRACTICE FOR AVERAGE ANNUAL NET INCOME
• CHAPTER FIVE
• CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
• CONCLUSION
• RECOMMENDATIONS

Objectives and Key Themes

This MA thesis aims to investigate the environmental and socioeconomic contributions of agroforestry practices in Lay Armachiho Woreda, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. The study examines the impacts of these practices on various aspects of the community's well-being.

• Environmental Contributions of Agroforestry
• Socioeconomic Contributions of Agroforestry
• Impact of Agroforestry on Plant Species Diversity
• The Role of Agroforestry in Reducing Burdens on Women and Children
• Economic Benefits of Agroforestry Practices

Chapter Summaries

Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the study, outlining the background, research questions, scope, and significance of the study. It also sets the stage for the subsequent chapters by defining the study's objectives and organization. Chapter 2 delves into the relevant literature, presenting definitions and concepts related to agroforestry, exploring its various types, and examining both theoretical and empirical findings on the subject. Chapter 3 describes the research methodology, including the study area, data sources, sampling techniques, data collection methods, and analysis techniques. Chapter 4 presents the findings of the study, analyzing the socio-demographic characteristics of respondents and exploring the contributions of agroforestry to plant species diversity, the reduction of burdens on women and children, and the average annual net income. Chapter 5 concludes the study, summarizing the key findings and offering recommendations based on the research.

Keywords

The study focuses on the keywords agroforestry, environmental contributions, socioeconomic contributions, biodiversity, community development, and sustainable agriculture. The research utilizes empirical data to assess the benefits of agroforestry practices in Lay Armachiho Woreda, Ethiopia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main contributions of agroforestry in Lay Armachiho Woreda?

The study highlights both socioeconomic benefits, such as increased annual income, and environmental benefits, like improved plant species diversity.

How does agroforestry affect plant species diversity?

Using the Shannon and Simpson diversity indices, the research shows that agroforestry practices significantly enhance the variety of plant species in the region.

Does agroforestry reduce the burden on women and children?

Yes, the study specifically examines how integrated farming and forestry can reduce the daily workload and resource-gathering burdens for women and children.

What research methods were used in this study?

The researcher used semi-structured questionnaires, focus group discussions, field observations, and ground surveys involving 183 sample households.

What is the economic impact of agroforestry for Ethiopian farmers?

Agroforestry practices contribute to a higher average annual net income for households compared to traditional farming methods.

Where was this study conducted?

The research was conducted in Lay Armachiho Woreda, located in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia.