Role Of Women And Contribution Of Manure Application In Horticultural Crop Production A Case Study Of Hulet Eju-enesie District North Western Ethiopia

This study examined the role of women and the contribution of manure application inrnhorticultural crop production as well as soil fertility improvement in hulet eju-enesie District,rnNorth Western Ethiopia. Two villages named Muger and Buhawch were selected in Beza-BzuhanrnKebele. Horticulture plays a great role in food security and a very good source of income,rnespecially for women. A total of 120 general informants have involved in this study who werernselected by using stratified sampling method. Different wealth category and gender werernconsidered in selecting informants. Key informants were selected based on their experiencernabout the horticulture management practices. Both qualitative and quantitative data wererncollected from primary and secondary sources. The data were analyzed using simple descriptivernstatistical methods. 76.67% of the respondents illiterate, 47.5% of respondents are poor.rnMajority of the respondents are age group 26-45 years. Despite the various constraints like land,rncredit and information women play significant role in horticulture management practices. Thernresult from this study also indicated that manure application before planting the fruits greatrncontribution for a better growth performance and yield. This study will provide evidence torndecision makers for further empowering women and ensure food security.

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