This review of research presents recent Soybean related studies conducted in Ethiopia. After a brief contextualization of the discourse regarding Soybean market chain, production and productivity researches globally, materials specific to Ethiopia is discussed in argument, synthesizing the types of findings, summarizing the trends and highlighting knowledge gaps. A review of this nature makes diverse research results available and accessible, facilitates knowledge translation and enables researchers to identify areas for future research.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Review of Recent Research
- Marketing Condition and Value Chain of Soybean in Ethiopia
- Production and Productivity Gaps of Soybean in Ethiopia
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of recent research on soybean production, productivity, and marketability in Ethiopia. It synthesizes findings from various studies, identifies trends, and highlights knowledge gaps. The review aims to make research results more accessible and facilitate knowledge translation, ultimately contributing to future research efforts in the field.
- Soybean as a valuable crop for Ethiopia's economy and food security
- Challenges and opportunities for soybean production in Ethiopia
- Importance of soybean for animal feed and food industries in Ethiopia
- Market access and value chain limitations in the Ethiopian soybean sector
- Potential for increased soybean production and productivity in Ethiopia
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The review begins by providing a brief global context for soybean market chains, production, and productivity research. It then focuses on research conducted specifically in Ethiopia, highlighting the growing demand for soybean oil and protein feed in the country. The review discusses the challenges of market access for Ethiopian soybean producers and compares the situation in Ethiopia to other countries where successful market connections have been established, leading to increased production and farmer incomes. The review also discusses the potential for increasing soybean production and productivity in Ethiopia, noting the favorable climatic and soil conditions present in certain regions. The chapter concludes by examining the economic viability of soybean production in Ethiopia, emphasizing the importance of both soybean oil and meal for the country's agricultural sector.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this review include soybean production, productivity, marketability, market access, value chain, animal feed, food security, Ethiopia, and agricultural research.
- Quote paper
- Urgessa Tilahun (Author), 2014, Review of Production, Productivity and Marketability of Soya Bean in Ethiopia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/292692
