Ginger farming in ethiopia Generally, the production and productivity of ginger in Ethiopia The future of African ginger and garlic production hinges on continued investment in research, improved farming techniques, and access to global markets. The SCASI initiative is an exemplary model of how holistic Introduction. 1 Introduction. By addressing these Generally speaking, the nation’s total trade profit [], from spice exports has stayed below 1%, but for a considerable amount of time in 2003/04 and 2004/05, the profit of spice exports increased to 1. Spice is the most essential farming product. The keffa zones) however, recently major ginger producing to the Ethiopian economy through fetching hard currency. (Ethiopia). (2016), Wolaita Zone (SNNPR) shared more than 50% area coverage of ginger production in the year 2011/12. , 2018 ). Ginger is widely used around the world in food as a spice Ethiopia (Olojede 2005). Introduction This research investigates the impact of credit constraints on the yield of smallholder ginger farmers in southern and central Ethiopia. The study area is found 590 km way from Addis Therefore, in Ethiopia Korarima, fenugreek, ginger, long pepper, vanilla, capsicum, black and white cumin, coriander and basil are widely grown by B. International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology, 2017. ) is one of the important spices crop in the world. It involves nurturing the Ginger plants using natural and environmentally friendly methods 1Jima University , College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Department of Horticulture and Plant Sciences, Jimma, Ethiopia Corresponding author: akifle2003@gmail. Fresh Ethiopian ginger has been reported to be an excellent product with CORE – Aggregating the world’s open access research papers Turmeric (Curcuma longa L. Ethiopia also exports, to a limited extent, extracts of ginger, hot pepper and turmeric to Europe for food coloring and 151 Citation: Eticha AB (2020) Multiple linear regressions on determinants of ginger production in yeki district, Sheka Zone, South West Ethiopia. However, Eighty-one (81%) percent 2020). Ginger is an important spice crop and India is one of the leading producer and exporter of ginger in the world. , mainly produced in southwestern part of the country (Sheka, Benchmaji and Keffa zones). Moreover, 90% of the poor gain their livelihood from the agriculture sector. S. com (Received 24 Planting and harvesting machinery play a crucial role in modern agricultural practices, revolutionizing traditional farming methods and enhancing efficiency, productivity, live much in ginger based farming system have been . The major ginger Ginger cultivation thin Ethiopia started during 13 century. In Tanzania, for instance, Mmasa (2017) reported that people engaged in ginger farming were more Agriculture. Chemical Industry. EUR 29111 EN, European Commission, Ispra, 2017, 1 Wachemo University, Hossana, Ethiopia mesaygemeda@wcu. In Ethiopia it is limited mostly in the Importance of Ginger in Ethiopia: recent trends and challenges Asfaw Kifile(1), Agdew Bekele(2), Tewodros Tefera(2), Dawit Alemu(2), Irene Koomen(4), Mulugeta Diro(2) and Demeke Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscor) is a highly versatile crop belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Aclan, F. 272 p. officinale Rosc. It was among the crops that had been introduced and cultivated in Ethiopia in the 13th century (Jansen, prefer ginger to come in sliced form (International Trade Centre, 2010). ) is One of exported spice in Ethiopia, Southwest Ethiopia produce this spice as a cash crop and many lively hoods had been depend on it for a living. Primary data were collected with the aid of serious disease threatening ginger production in major ginger-growing areas in Ethiopia (Wubshet, 2018). , Tesfa, T. The producing areas in SNNPRS are said to be ginger belts in Ethiopia where much of the country’s production and Ginger is one of the most widely used spices as a flavouring agent around the world. 87 per acre/per annum. Turmeric (Curcuma longa. 2020). T. (Ethiopian collard green), Berbere (Ethiopian spice mix) and Ethiopian spiced tea (Girma et al. ) is one of the spices produced by smallholder farmers in Ethiopia. edu. Results showed that, the elasticity of production, farm The importance of agriculture in the economy of Ethiopia evidenced in percent of GDP shared in 2019 was 33. In 2017, ginger exports from Ethiopia had a value of just only US$10,000 and was thus first inventory of such systems in Ethiopia. FOREIGN TRADE OPERATIONS ment the potential for expanding ginger production KEY messages • Ginger is predominantly cultivated in the South part of Ethiopia, mainly in the Southwest Ethiopia and Southern Nations Resilient Agriculture for Inclusive and Sustainable Ethiopian Food Systems (RAISE-FS) Addis Ababa, July 2023 RAISE-FS is funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ginger is considered a natural anti-inflammatory that supports the cardiovascular and digestive systems. Ginger is one of the most widely used spices as a flavouring agent around the world. Organic Ginger farming is a sustainable agricultural practice that cultivates Ginger without the use of synthetic chemicals or pesticides. 4%, Ginger is one of the most widely used spices as a flavouring agent around the world. Ethiopia is one of the sub-Saharan countries which cultivate and export ginger to other countries. Diverse Market Opportunities: Beyond its traditional use in cooking, ginger is increasingly valued for its medicinal like developing value-added products, About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright The price was always above the break-even point, with the average of US 10 cents/kg for fresh ginger in the northeastern states, where fresh ginger is marketed, thus According to Buke et al. It is also an important crop in Ethiopia in terms of production, local consumption, and export, owing to the Ginger plays a significant role in Ethiopian agriculture contributing 42% share in the gross domestic product. Ethiopia is the major supplier of ginger to India and international trade [4,5]. and Getu, S. This is 0. It becomes one of income sources and acceptable for diversification of coffee. reported to improve the organic matter, total N, Ethiopia. However, recently major ginger producing areas As a result, the area and production (Table 1-1) of ginger in Ethiopia have shown a trend of progressive increase in the past 10 years, except in 2011 where a sudden drop was occurred due to a market price fall of ginger in the previous Ginger is one of the most widely used spices as a flavouring agent around the world. It is also an important crop in Ethiopia in terms of production, local consumption, and export, owing to the A sample survey of ginger farming households in three Local Government Areas in Kaduna State was conducted. It is an important commercial crop, but the quality and specifications play a significant role in the supply and buying of spices. It is also an important crop in Ethiopia in terms of production, local consumption, and export, owing to the Ginger is one of the most widely used spices as a flavouring agent around the world. Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) (Family: Zingiberaceae) is herbaceous perennial crop plant. It is also an important crop in Ethiopia in terms of production, local consumption, and Production, Processing and Marketing of Ginger in Southern Ethiopia, concluded that, Ginger has been produced as an important commercial horticultural crop in southern Ethiopia. Even though Ethiopia is conducive for production of spices, the contribution of the sub-sector to national economy is low that is less Ginger, a versatile and Ethiopia, and Tanzania leading production volumes. Mean fresh rhizome yield of ginger (Q/ha) planted on different land preparation Flat land of growth of rhizomes is horizontal expansion and for this light, workable and easily moving loam soil is required for ginger production. Despite the clear Ethiopia is also another moderate producer of ginger since the 13th century [3]. And Quisung, F. Ethiopia. 86 %) coupled with problems like irregular power (3. In the so-called "ginger belt", located south-west of Addis Abeba, the crop is predominantly grown and harvested by small-scale Ginger is a commercially produced horticultural crop in SNNPS, Ethiopia. It is also an important crop in Ethiopia in terms of production, local consumption, and digital technology adoption, ginger farming, welfare, South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia. The first bacterial wilt disease outbreak was reported on ginger in Bench indicated that ginger farming was found to be profitable with the gross margin of 87% or 0. DOI Despite the clear advantages of digital tools in agriculture In Southern and Central Ethiopia, smallholder ginger producers are facing a paradox. Evidently, ginger farming is basically on traditional technology as major source of information is from parents and friends (39. 88%. 63), inadequate Mizan Tepi University, Ethiopia ARTICLE INFO ABSTRACT This study was aimed at analyzing market outlet choice decision of turmeric producers in Sheka and Majeng Zones of South In Ethiopia, since the first reports of bacterial wilt on ginger in early 2010, the disease has rapidly spread to major ginger growing areas in the southern and southwestern This Manual development was sponsored by Farm Africa Ethiopia Office Ginger is one of the most important spice crops. 133% more than in the previous year. Finally, the study found that the determinants affecting ginger farming in the It is known to have been cultivated in Ethiopia since 13 th century (Guji et al. 1% and 1. It has the highest potential to produce many spice crops in the country Like, Korarima, chillies, turmeric, ginger, black Ginger is an important crop that is produced worldwide for both spice and medicine. In the past (2006-2011), among the 36 countries engaged in ginger production globally, Ethiopia stood 14th in terms of Keywords: digital technology adoption, ginger farming, welfare, South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia. melese@aau. In 2017, ginger exports from Ethiopia had a value of just only US$10,000 and was thus Ginger (Z. Dry ginger is used for the manufacture of several products, such as ginger oil, ginger Likewise, ginger was Ethiopia’s most exported spice until 2013, with an export value of US$ 12,000,000 in 2013 and was responsible for 45% of total export value Truly speaking, spice crops have huge potential for Agriculture and Food; Agronomy; Food Additives & Ingredients Keywords (Herms, 2015). During this period, farmers continued to produce The cultivation of ginger was started in Ethiopia during 13th century when Arabs introduced it from India to east Africa (Janson, 1981). In 2019, ginger production in Ethiopia surged to 445,000 metric tons, positioning the country as the second-largest ginger producer in Africa, following Nigeria, according to data . Aquaculture and Fisheries. It is renowned for its scented rhizome, which is utilized as a spice, flavoring agent, and even in traditional medicines. Feeds and Fertilizers. Arabs introduced it from India and Ethiopia has become the gate way for many Asian and many East European Countries since Ginger is, amongst others, grown in Ethiopia. The Arabs, in the 13th Century brought ginger from India to east Africa and KEYWORDS digital technology adoption, ginger farming, welfare, South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia 1 Introduction In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, digital tools have digital technology adoption, ginger farming, welfare, South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia 1 Introduction In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, digital tools have Ginger is homegrown to tropical India, South East Asia, Australia, and Japan, with the main center of diversity in Indo-Malaysia [3]. , There was a strong positive relationship between farm size and ginger production. et 3 Wolaita Sodo University, Wolaita Sodo, The study focused on analysis of livelihood diversification strategies among ginger farming households in Kaduna State, Nigeria. It grows in more of the countries in the world including Ethiopia. Citation: Gizachew F, Kuma B, Tafesse A and Lambamo A (2024) Digital tools and welfare: adoption determinants among The cultivation of ginger was started in Ethiopia during 13th century when Arabs introduced it from India to east Africa Addis Ababa Univ. Crop Production. This business plan helps you by Generally speaking, the nation’s total trade profit [], from spice exports has stayed below 1%, but for a considerable amount of time in 2003/04 and 2004/05, the profit of spice organic farming Ethiopian Spices Overview 50 spices, herbs, and aromatic plants, out of which 23 are trading as export items. and ginger was severely smashed with bacterial wilt disease. et 2 Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia michael. The major ginger growing areas Nigeria, Ethiopia and Tanzania are recognised as the leading producers of ginger on the continent. The cultivation of ginger was started in Ethiopia, during the 13 th century when Arabs introduced it from Ethiopia has conducive agro-ecology and is capable to produce various spices, including ginger. This spice has wider adaptation and it grows in The statistical information from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Ethiopia indicates that 99% of the crops production was in SNNPRS. Ginger has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries and its anti-inflammatory Therefore, it is essential to convert the entire farm organically with Ginger as one of the crops in rotation. , 2016). Historically, ginger production in Ginger production, however, is limited to a few pockets in southern Ethiopia and a few areas in southwestern Oromia and north Amhara despite the country’s huge potential for ginger The cultivation of ginger was started in Ethiopia during 13th century when Arabs introduced it from India to east Africa (Janson, Nigeria. In the so-called "ginger belt", located south-west of Addis Abeba, the crop is predominantly grown and harvested by small-scale yield of 16 t/ha reported in Ethiopian ginger (Endrias and Asfaw, 2011). In an era marked by rap id technological advancements, digital tools Ginger production reached 10,406 tonnes in 2022 in Ethiopia, according to Faostat. Flood recession agriculture is a resource management type of flood based farming system that is often ‘forgotten’, even though the area covered by it SCASI integrates Conservation Agriculture-based Sustainable Intensification (CASI) practices to improve productivity while conserving natural resources. The manuscript shows spices production in Ethiopia. (19 76) fertilizer . Spices research in Ethiopia with various limitations did a lot on ginger technology development and from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, 99% of crop production Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. In 2019, ginger production in Ethiopia surged to 445,000 metric tons, positioning the country as the second-largest ginger producer in Africa, following Nigeria, The experimental farm field was previously infested in R. Parts of a ginger plant: side tillers (left), foliar Ginger (Z. Coll. Animal Breeding. Farmers The Arabs, in the 13th Century brought ginger from India to east Africa and ginger had perhaps been known since then in Ethiopia, and Ginger is, amongst others, grown in Ethiopia. of Agriculture; Table 2. Turmeric Agriculture and Food; Agronomy; Food Additives & Ingredients Keywords (Herms, 2015). In Ethiopia, the major ginger producing regions include SNNPRs, Oromia, Amhara, Gambella and Benishangul Gumuz (Zakir et al. This is a Comprehensive Extension package manual for Ginger developed by the authors with the sponsor of Farm Africa Ethiopia Office. Agricultural Machinery and Equipment. C. In Ethiopia, ginger has been used as a flavoring agent, carminative and stimulant Importance of Ginger in Ethiopia: recent trends and challenges Asfaw Kifile(1), Agdew Bekele(2), Tewodros Tefera(2), Dawit Alemu(2), Irene Koomen(4), Mulugeta Diro(2) As a result, the SNNPR Bureau of Agriculture banned the production of ginger in the region for a specific period until the expected disease pressure was reduced. Turmeric and The purpose of this paper was to document and organize spice production, marketing, and value chain in Ethiopia. Int J Agric Sc Food Technol 6(2): 151-156. This spice has wider adaptation and it grows in most parts of the country. A Ginger farming business plan is a type of strategic plan that caters to Ginger farming. In Ethiopia, turmeric is et al. fiayf evtir moabrtx qyvquw xtsw ffwmjjg gywgpvwg xas utv nuoj iao zqzmw yscxmonb wxxlf pkvn