The modern and indigenous agricultural knowledge have own strength and deficiencies. The modern agriculture with its technological advents has the capability for boosting production. However, it has environmentally hostile externalities. On the other hand, IK of agriculture is nature friendly and organic in its production.However, it is slow to meet the growing need for food because of demographic stress and emerging preferences. Therefore, both sides need innovative responses to capitalize on their strength and avoid limitations. One of the alternatives is to integrate the two systems. Based on this rationale, this study explored the integrative role of permaculture in bridging indigenous and modern agricultural knowledge. Purposive sampling was applied for the selection of the research area and participants. The research approach followed was qualitative. Interview, FGD and observation were used for data collection. Thematic and narrative analysis was used for data analysis. The finding of the study indicated that farmers in the study area were receptive of some of the knowledge from modern agriculture such as improved seeds and some methods such as pest control. But at the same time they are suspicious about some sides such as the impact of fertilizers, the effectiveness of some improved seed, and concerned about the disappearance of important local seeds. Though it was not deeply implemented those who have the exposure were positive about permaculture, for its philosophy is consistent with their IK. Therefore, if properly implemented permaculture can play important bridging role in the integration of indigenous and modern farming.
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