Abstract:
The report details the results obtained from two surveys carried
out in mid to late October of 1992 (late Meskerem and early
Tikemt of 1985 E.C.). It summarises and compares small-scale
poultry production in Kokate (2000m above sea level) and Abele
Sipa (1400m above sea level) Peasant Associations (PAs). Poultry
production is described in both PAs by focussing on crucial
factors such as flock sizes, trends in ownership, constraints on
production, breeds, marketing and consumption. These issues are
dealt with in a manner which also attempts to explain the reasons
behind current situations and methods. The report also assesses
the present importance of poultry to the farming communities of
Kokate and Abele Sipa and gives an explanation of the factors
preventing further advances.
