In Ethiopia, urban agriculture is omnipresent as before. Very recently there has been a sizable expansion of it both in outskirts of the cities and in the backyards and vacant space of urban dwellers. Thus, the purpose of this research is to assess the challenges and opportunities of urban agricultural practices in Addis Ababa in the case of Yeka sub sub-city woreda 11. The study were adopted a descriptive survey method that combines both qualitative and quantitative research method and used a mix of probability sampling.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1.Background of the Study
1.2. Statement of the Problem
1.3. Objectives of the Study
1.4. Significance of the Study
1.5. Scope of the Study
1.6. Description of Study Area
1.6.1 Location of the study area
1.6.2 Area of the study
1.6.3 Climate of the study area
1.6.4. Demographic of the study area/population size
1.7. Organization of the study
2. RELATED LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1. Urban agriculture: Concepts and Definitions
2.2. Types of urban agriculture
2.2.1. Types of Urban Agriculture
2.3. Opportunity of urban agriculture
2.4. Constraints of Urban Agriculture
2.5. Empirical Evidence
3. Research Methodology
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Data Collection methods
3.4 Sample Design
3.4.1 Population/universe
3.4.2. Sample Frame
3.4.3 Sample unit
3.4.5 Sample Size
3.5. Source of data
3.6 Operational framework
3.7 Data Analysis and Interpretation
3.8 Data presentation
4. Result and Discussion
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Survey Response Rate and Reliability Test
4.3 Respondents’ Profile
4.3. Types of Urban Agricultural Production Practices
Vegetable Productions
Cow’s Milk and Poultry Production
Mixed Farming
4.5. Asset Ownership of the Urban Farmers
4.6 Attitude towards Urban Agriculture
4.7- Challenges working in urban agriculture in Yeka sub-city
Table 4- Mean and standard deviation of opportunities
4.8. Discussion
5. CONCLUSIONS AND POLICY SUGGESTION
5.1. Conclusion
5.2 Recommendations
Research Objectives and Themes
This thesis investigates the role of urban agriculture as a livelihood strategy for dwellers in Yeka sub-city Woreda 11, Addis Ababa, by assessing its current status, identifying existing opportunities, and uncovering the socio-economic and institutional challenges that hinder its expansion and effectiveness.
- The socio-economic characteristics of urban farming households.
- The impact of urban agricultural engagement on food security and household income.
- The identification of institutional, financial, and capacity-based constraints.
- The potential of urban agriculture as an eco-friendly waste management and food production strategy.
- Policy recommendations to integrate urban agriculture into sustainable urban planning.
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1.1.Background of the Study
Urban Agriculture (UA) is the growing of plants and the raising of animals for food and other socioeconomic purposes within and around cities/towns, including related activities such as the production and delivery of inputs, processing and the marketing of products. Unlike rural agriculture, UA is integrated into the urban socioeconomic and ecological systems, embedded in and interacting with the urban ecosystem, uses urban residents as laborers, uses typical urban resources (like organic wastes and wastewater for irrigation), links directly with urban consumers, has direct impacts on urban ecology, is competing for land with other vital urban functions, and is influenced by urban policies and plans (Mkwambisi, 2011). UA is not a relic of the past urban history that fades away with time; rather it increases when the city grows. It is also not brought to the city by rural immigrants that will lose their rural habits over time. It is an integral part of the urban system. UA is also unique in that it supplies of fresh foods that contribute to increase increasing urban food security and helps to maintain additional green spaces in and around urban areas (UNESCAP, 2012).
Recent empirical evidence indicate that due to high inflation, unemployment, and food insecurity, the urban population has been resorting to various means as a coping mechanism (Alem & Kohlin, 2013). Urban Agriculture (UA) has been one of the means for coping up with huge price increase, lower wage and food insecurity experienced in the country. Since Urban agriculture (UA) has become “an old wine in a new bottle”, gaining prominence especially in developing economies because it has been known to be a viable poverty intervention strategy for the urban poor and socio-economically disadvantaged groups.
Summary of Chapters
INTRODUCTION: This chapter establishes the theoretical background and significance of urban agriculture, stating the research problem, objectives, and scope within the specific context of Yeka sub-city.
RELATED LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter explores global and local definitions, typologies of urban agriculture, and provides empirical evidence regarding its socio-economic impacts and constraints.
Research Methodology: The chapter outlines the descriptive survey design, sampling approach, and data collection methods, including questionnaires and key informant interviews used to evaluate urban farming practices.
Result and Discussion: This section presents the empirical findings regarding respondent profiles, types of agricultural activities, asset ownership, and a critical discussion of the challenges and opportunities faced by urban farmers.
CONCLUSIONS AND POLICY SUGGESTION: This chapter synthesizes the main findings, emphasizing the sector's contribution to household welfare, and offers policy recommendations to enhance formal support for urban agriculture.
Keywords
Urban agriculture, Yeka sub-city, food security, household income, urban farming, land tenure, livelihood strategies, Addis Ababa, agricultural constraints, livestock production, waste management, vegetable production, poultry farming, socio-economic development, urban planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research focuses on assessing the challenges and opportunities of urban agricultural practices specifically within Yeka sub-city Woreda 11, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
What are the central themes of the work?
The core themes include household income generation, food security, the impact of urban growth on agriculture, institutional barriers like land access, and the transition of urban farmers toward more sustainable or profitable farming methods.
What is the main research objective?
The primary objective is to evaluate how urban farming supports the livelihoods of urban dwellers and to identify the specific barriers, such as lack of land, credit, and extension services, that limit the sector's growth.
Which scientific methodology is applied?
The thesis utilizes a descriptive survey research design, combining both qualitative and quantitative data sources to analyze findings from 120 sampled households and selected key informants.
What is covered in the main body (Chapter 4)?
Chapter 4 details the study results, covering the demographic profile of farmers, the types of practices (vegetable vs. livestock vs. mixed farming), and an analysis of how these factors influence household economy.
What are the key attributes/keywords for this thesis?
Key terms include urban agriculture, food security, Yeka sub-city, livestock production, land tenure, livelihood strategies, and socio-economic support.
How do land tenure issues specifically affect the farmers in this study?
The study finds that lack of land tenure security leads to a "fear of eviction," which discourages urban farmers from making long-term investments in high-value capital equipment or infrastructure.
What is the role of gender in the urban farming sector in this area?
The study indicates that women comprise a significant majority of the urban farming workforce (66.7%), suggesting that the sector serves as a crucial livelihood strategy for women who are often marginalized in formal employment.
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- Tarekegn Balango (Autor:in), 2022, The Challenges and Opportunities of Urban Agricultural Practices in Addis Abeba in the Case of Yeka Sub-Sub-City Woreda 11, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1351488
