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Fish production, Socio-Economic Contribution and Determinant Factors in Jaldu District, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

Gizuma, Lengisa (Ambo University, 2023-01)

Fishing is an important source of subsistence and income and thus significantly contributes to livelihood security for a large number of people.This research was conducted to identify fish production, socio-economic ...
Assessment Of Farmers‟ Indeginous Knowledge Towards Termites Impacts On Vegetation, Crops And Control Methods:A Case Of Dale Wabera Distric, West Wollega, Ethiopia

Eyasu, Cheru (Ambo University, 2024-07)

Termites are social insects found mainly over two-thirds of the landmass involving some 100 countries. The present study is aimed to assess farmers’ indigenous knowledge in termites’ effect of termite infestation on ...
Assessment of Major Air Pollutant Emission Levels and their Associated Health Effects: The Case of Dangote Cement Factory in Adea Berga, Ethiopia

Jote, Marema (Ambo University, 2024-06)

Cement factories are a major source of pollution and environmental imbalance. The purpose of this study was to assess the air emission levels and environmental impact of the Dangote cement industry. This study used ...
Assessment Of Land Use And Land Cover Change, Drivers And Its Impacts On Ecosystem Services: The Case Of Burayu Sub City, Oromia, Ethiopia

Moibon, Gabisa (Ambo University, 2024-11)

Land use and land cover (LULC) change is one of the most important environmental challenges that has affected the Earth's systems and its ecosystem services. The main objective of this study was to assess LULC change drivers ...
Gis-Based Solid Waste Landfill Site Selection In The Burayu Sub City, Oromia, Ethiopia

Kanenus, Fufa (Ambo University, 2024-11)

Inappropriate solid waste dumping is causing a significant challenges for urban areas in urban areas of Ethiopia like Burayu Subcity, which lacks a proper landfill. This situation endangers public health and the environment. ...
Assessment of Land Use Land Covers Change, Causes and It’s Impacts on Ecosystem Service Value in Abuna Gindeberet District West Shewa Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

Negessa, Lemi (Ambo University, 2024-06)

Land use and land cover changes have a serious effect on ecosystem services. This study was carried out to assess the impact of land use/land cover (LULC) changes on ecosystem service values (ESVs) in Abuna Gindeberet ...
‘‘Use and Management of Medicinal Plants by Indigenous People in Mida Kegn District,West Showa Zone, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia‟

Chimdesa, Kitaba (Ambo University, 2024-12)

The indigenous people in Ethiopia have developed their own specific knowledge for using, managing, and conserving plant resources. This study aims to investigate the ethno-botanical aspects of medicinal plants used by ...
Abundance, Distribution, and Diurnal Activity Patterns of Greater and Lesser Kudus in Dera Dilfaker Block, Arsi Mountains National Park, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

Mesfin, Degefa (Ambo University, 2024-06)

Kudus are sub-species of antelopes that are found in different types of habitats. The Study on the Abundance, Distribution, and Diurnal Activity Patterns of Greater and Lesser Kudus was carried out in Dera Dilfaker ...
"Woody Species Composition, Structural Analysis, and Regeneration Status of Jano Forest in Mida Kegni District, West Showa Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia,"

Getachew, Diriba (Ambo University, 2024-09)

Biodiversity refers to the variety of all life on Earth, including genetic diversity within species, interspecies variation, and inter-ecosystem variation. This study aimed to quantify the woody species composition, ...
―An Ethnobotanical Study of Homegarden Plant Species Diversity and Management Practices in Mida Kegni District, West Shewa Zone, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia.‖

Belay, Wakgari (Ambo University, 2024-09)

Homegarden is the traditional land use system around a homestead, that is used to cultivate a diverse mixture of different plant species. However, plant diversity and its management were not well known. Therefore, this ...
Filamentous Fungi Based Synthesis Of Silver Nanoparticle, Characterization And Evaluation Of Its Antibacterial Activities At Ambo University, West Shewa Zone Of Oromia Regional State

Aschalew, Atsbeha (Ambo University, 2024-10)

Fungi are increasingly recognized for their ability to synthesize metal nanoparticles, offering eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to physical synthesis methods.This research aimed to isolate and characterize soil ...
Practices,Challenges And Opportunities Of Solid Waste Management In Addis Ababa A Case Of Addis Ketema Sub City,Ethiopia

Delba, Dea (Ambo University, 2024-12)

Solid waste management plays a critical part in effective waste management still, the practice remains at a low position in developing countries like Ethiopia. The aim of this study was assessing practices, challenges and ...
Optimization Of Conditions For Exopolysaccharide Producing Rhizobia From Root Nodule Of Field Pea (Pisum Sativum

Jabane, Dinkisa (Ambo University, 2024-10)

Exopolysaccharides (EPS) are long-chain biopolymer with branched, recurring unit of sugars and non-carbohydrate constituents connected to exterior of cells. The objective of this thesis was to isolate and characterize ...
Assessment Of The Level Of Community Awareness On Climate Change And Sustainable Development In The Walmara District Oromia Region, Ethiopia

Genet, Dessalegn (Ambo University, 2024-12)

Climate change, characterized by long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns, poses significant challenges for communities in vulnerable regions like Walmara District, Oromia region, Ethiopia. This study assessed ...
Impact of Urban Expansion on the Expropriated Farmers and Agricultural Lands in Laga Tafo-Laga Dadhi Sub-City, Sheger City, Oromia, Ethiopia

Boja, Girma (Ambo University, 2024-11)

Urban expansion is a global trend that increasingly encroaches on rural areas, converting agricultural land into non-agricultural uses, including in Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the impact of urban expansion ...
"Assessing Land Use-Land Cover Changes and Their Impacts on Ecosystem Services in Kiltie Watershed, South Achefer District, North Gojjam Zone, Northwestern Ethiopia."

Addisu, Mera (Ambo University, 2024-11)

"This study aims to assess the extent of land use/land cover changes and their impacts on ecosystem services, as well as the effectiveness of mitigation measures in the Kiltie watershed, North-Western Ethiopia." The ...
Economic Implications Of Non-Timber Forest Products /Benefits/ To Livelihood Improvement In Terms Of Income And Determinants Of Household Participation In Ntpfs Collection: The Case Of, Degem District, North Shoa Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

Belete, Muse (Ambo University, 2024-06)

Non-timber forest products are biological products and services derived mainly from forests other than timber. The study was conducted atDegem district North showa zone Oromia regional state around Ellen natural forest ...
Growth and Yield Response of Pleurotu Sajur-Caju Mushroom on Different Growth Substrates: The Case of Ambo University

Dasi, Bayisa (Ambo University, 2024-03)

Pleurotus sajurcaju mushrooms, also known as Cashew mushroom, are a unique and flavorful variety with a distinct nutty taste. These mushrooms are highly prized for their culinary versatility and are often used in gourmet ...
Assessing The Impact Of Exotic Tree Plantation On Local Plant Species Diversity: The Case Of Abba Jote Forest, Jeldu Distirct Western Shewa Zone, Oromia Regional State, Central Ethiopia.

Chalchisa, Tasisa (Ambo University, 2024-05)

The highlands of Ethiopia have undergone drastic forest loss and habitat degradation leaving fragmented by virtue of threatened exotic plantation. This study was conducted on impacts of exotic tree plantation on local ...
Assessment Of Farmers Knowledge, Attitudes And Practices Toward Land Uses In Dandi District, West Shewa Zone Oromia States, Ethiopi

Birhanu, Olani (Ambo University, 2024-05)

The knowledge of the fungibility and renewability potential of natural resources are critically determined by knowledge, attitude and practices of existing resources uses. The purpose of this study was to conduct on the ...

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