Analysis of land suitability for apple-based agroforestry farming in Dire and Legedadi watersheds of Ethiopia: implication for ecosystem services

Admasu, Simeneh; Desta, Hayal; Yeshitela, Kumelachew; Argaw, Mekuria

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11217

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“… 18 Several reports indicated the severe impacts of urbanization on the quality of aquatic resources and their catchments. 19 - 21 In the present study, different industries have been established a few kilometers away from the primary surface water sources, particularly surrounding Legedadi Reservoir. Industrial activities can emit contaminants into the air and water, polluting drinking water sources.…”

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“…15 Moreover, everyday agricultural activities surround the water sources and reservoirs, and many researchers have reported the effect of agriculture and livestock on the primary water supply source. 21 - 23 Several researchers have documented the detrimental consequences of livestock near drinking water sources. 24 - 26 Drinking water sources can also be contaminated by agricultural practices such as using pesticides and fertilizers.…”

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Water Safety Practices Along the Water Service Chain in Addis Ababa: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Cosmopolitan City

Sisay,

Gari,

Ambelu

2024

Environ�Health�Insights

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This study investigated water safety practices and risk levels along Addis Ababa’s water supply service chain. The data came from 23 random woredas, 384 random households, 115 microbiological water quality tests, and diagnostic inspections from source to point of use. Findings from this study indicate that the surface water sources (53%) and the water source catchments (62%) are characterized by very high-risk and high risk contamination levels respectively. Conversely, the water treatment process (5%) and temporary reservoir (20%) indicates a low risk level. Whereas the water distribution system (40%), water source boreholes (44%), and Household level (29%) water safety practices are identified as medium risk levels. The microbial analysis of the drinking water at the source and point of use indicated low (<11 CFU/100 ml) to high levels (>100 CFU/100 ml) of risk with significant levels of contamination at the household level. Moreover, the household-level water safety practice assessment revealed intermediate to very high levels of risks. The Chi2 test shows that water supply type is significantly associated with occupation(X2(12,384) = 23.44, P < .05) and education(X2(8,384) = 15.4, P < .05). Multinomial regression analysis also showed better occupation is associated with increased access to safe bottled water compared to safe piped water on premises. It can be concluded that the water safety practice encountered low to very high levels of risk of contamination at different components along the water supply service chain and the household level. This study suggests ways to improve Addis Ababa residents’ health and well-being through water safety interventions. These include safeguarding water sources, supporting local safe water businesses, providing household water treatment, and handling options, and addressing the barriers and incentives for adopting safe water practices.

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Water Safety Practices Along the Water Service Chain in Addis Ababa: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Cosmopolitan City

Sisay,

Gari,

Ambelu

2024

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“…The woreda has bimodal rainfall patterns; the main rainy season is between June and September; the short rainy season is between March and April. The mean annual temperature of the woreda is 15.19 °C and 15.02 °C (Admasu et al, 2023), whereas the mean annual rainfall over 20 years was 1111.6 mm. As of the most recent census in 2007, the woreda's total population was 82 909, with a female-to-male ratio of 1:1.03 (Central Statistical Authority, 2007).…”

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Determinants of climate information service access and use among smallholder farmers in Bereh woreda, Ethiopia

Fikadu,

Damene,

Teklu

2023

Integr Envir Assess & Manag

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Climate information service (CIS) is a key component of a climate adaptation strategy which is expected to lessen climate risk. Access and uses of CIS among the local community are limited and constrained by various factors and are not supported by empirical research evidence. Therefore, the study analyzed CIS access and use determinants among smallholder farmers in Bereh Woreda. The study applied a cross‐sectional design with a mixed methodological approach. Data were collected through a survey of 219 smallholder farmer households, three focused‐group discussions (FGDs), and six key informant interviews (KII). The collected survey data were analyzed using the Heck‐probit model to determine factors influencing smallholder farmers’ access and use of CIS. The Heck‐probit model results showed that the determinants of CIS access and use had a statistical significance of log‐likelihood at 1% (Wald Chi‐square = 45.2, P = 0.001), indicating a high explanatory power. The selection model revealed that age and off‐farm income significantly reduced the likelihood of accessing CIS, whereas; mobile ownership and male‐headed households increased the likelihood of accessing it. Age, female‐headed households and farm size had decreased the likelihood of using CIS, whereas mixed farming, radio ownership and access to herbicide enhanced the likelihood of utilizing it. This study, therefore, recommends intensive awareness creation and improving the delivery of diverse and reliable CIS to enhance agricultural productivity and smallholder farmers’ resilience to climate change impacts.

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“…Handling a specific fishery may require actions at various levels, necessitating a process of "scaling up" or "scaling down" EAFM operations [ 16 ]. For example, when fishery administration operates at a broad global scope, such as at the state, regional, or national level, strategies may need adaptation for efficacy at a more localized level [ 17 ].…”

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Ecosystem-based management approaches for watershed conservation and geosustainability

Liu,

Zhao,

Chen

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Heliyon

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Analysis of land suitability for apple-based agroforestry farming in Dire and Legedadi watersheds of Ethiopia: implication for ecosystem services

Cited by 12 publications

References 57 publications

Water Safety Practices Along the Water Service Chain in Addis Ababa: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Cosmopolitan City

Water Safety Practices Along the Water Service Chain in Addis Ababa: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Cosmopolitan City

Determinants of climate information service access and use among smallholder farmers in Bereh woreda, Ethiopia

Ecosystem-based management approaches for watershed conservation and geosustainability

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