Agroforestry Research and Community

Research and Community Service

• The department staff of agroforestry has engaged in research and community-oriented service activities to improve the livelihood of the surrounding communities through different conservation, protection, and rehabilitation of landscapes with the prospects of agroforestry principles and approaches.
• Research’s
• Effect of Croton macrostachyus parkland agroforestry on soil and wheat yield (Debre Elias District); Northwestern Ethiopia – completed
• Effect of tapping position and land use difference on gum yield of Accacia seyal (Dejene District); North Western Ethiopia – completed
• Project’s
• “Production and Processing of Wild Edible Plants (WEPs) for Improved Nutrition: Approaches to Utilize and Conserve Local Foods in North West Ethiopia” – ongoing

Planting Campaign of Wild Edible Plants in Asama Abo Kebele, Gozamin District: in Collaboration with Community Service Directorate and College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

• “Abay gorge bamboo Development project” in collaboration with Ethiopian forest Development authority and Debre Markos University– ongoing
• “Shebele Bereneta Integrated Community Based Development” in collaboration with Debre Markos University Community Services Directorate and Agri Service Ethiopia – ongoing
• Integrated Model School Development at Endemata Primary School in Collaboration with Debre Markos University Colleagues – ongoing
• “Community driven fodder production project” _ Sinan District (Abazash nursery site near by Chokie Afroalpine) – completed

Establishment and Production of Leguminous Fodder Trees at Abazash Nursery Site

Distribution of Fodder Leguminous Seedlings and Their Ultra High Demand

Community Engagement in Training

• The Department of Agroforestry is dedicated to providing demand-driven training programmes for stakeholders. We offer specialized training in various areas, including the production and management of non-timber forest products, bamboo production and management, forest mensuration and inventory, and agroforestry technologies. Additionally, we conducted training in nursery establishment and management, as well as in reforestation and rehabilitation of degraded lands. These initiatives aim to empower communities with the knowledge and skills required to sustainably manage forest resources and enhance their livelihoods.

Collaborative Partnerships

• We actively collaborate with several key stakeholders to enhance our efforts in agroforestry and forestry management. Our partners include the East Gojjam Zonal Agricultural Office’s Forest and Environment Department, Amhara Enterprise in Debre Markos District, Ethiopia Forest Development Authority, and Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute. These collaborations are pivotal in driving initiatives and achieving sustainable outcomes for the community and environment.

Core Values and Principles

1. Professionalism
2. Customer first
3. Punctuality
4. Discipline and mutual respect
5. Team work
6. Honesty
7. Creativity