SMALL-SCALE POULTRY KEEPING IN WELAITA, NORTH OMO REGION

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.