This study assesses the factors influencing pastoralists’ livestock income in the Yabello district in Ethiopia. The study employed primary data collected through household surveys. The 120 respondents were participated in the survey process those culled utilizing systematic random sampling procedures. A multiple linear regression model and descriptive statistics analysis were acclimated to find the result of the study.
Livestock plays a significant role in the pastoral economy of Yabello. Most of the sample households’ income source comes from livestock production, crop production and off-farm activities. The prominent result is that livestock production is the largest source of income for the sample household in Yabello. The total household farm income, which is a contribution of income from livestock and crop production, contributes the highest share in total household income in the study area.
The statistical descriptive analysis indicated that livestock income was significantly associated with household age, family size, livelihoods choice, market price, and livestock holding of the household heads. The regression model also shows the factors that determine livestock income of the household heads in the study area was family size, livelihood strategy, livestock sales, livestock market price, pastoral extension agent contact and breed type was statically significant at 1% probability level.
Livestock disease, drought and conflict risk was statically significant at 5% probability level. The study suggests that these pastoralists’ livestockincome-influencing factors should be cautiously incorporated in pastoral development policies in order to ameliorate the pastoral household’s livestock income in the study area.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Methodology
- Data Analysis and Results
- Discussion
- Conclusion and Recommendation
- References
- Appendix
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis investigates the factors influencing the livestock income of pastoralists in the Yabello District of Borana Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. The primary objective is to analyze the determinants of livestock income and identify key factors that contribute to its variability. The study aims to provide insights into the socio-economic conditions of pastoral communities and recommend strategies for improving their livelihoods.
- Factors affecting livestock income in pastoral communities
- The role of government policies and programs in supporting pastoralists
- The impact of climate change on livestock production
- The importance of traditional knowledge and practices in pastoralism
- The potential for market-based interventions to improve livestock income
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the study, including its background, significance, and research objectives. It also outlines the research methodology and the context of pastoralism in Ethiopia.
- Literature Review: This chapter examines existing literature on the factors affecting livestock income in pastoral communities, focusing on theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and relevant policies.
- Methodology: This chapter details the research methods used in the study, including data collection techniques, sampling procedures, and analytical methods. It also provides a description of the study area and the data sources.
- Data Analysis and Results: This chapter presents the results of the data analysis, focusing on the key factors influencing livestock income. It includes statistical analysis, descriptive statistics, and regression models.
- Discussion: This chapter interprets the findings of the study in the context of existing literature and provides insights into the implications of the results for policy and practice. It also highlights the limitations of the study and suggests areas for further research.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this thesis are: pastoralism, livestock income, factors influencing income, livestock production, climate change, government policies, market interventions, Ethiopia, Yabello District, Borana Zone.
- Quote paper
- Soboka Gebisa (Author), 2018, Factors influencing the pastoralists' livestock income, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/460832
