May 2025

Bio-efficacy of different insecticides against onion thrips (Thrips tabaci Lindeman) in the Northwestern zone of Tigray

The Onion crop is attacked by many insect pests, among these onion thrips is a major pest. The purpose of this study was to find the efficacy of different insecticides against thrip to improve the quality and quantity of onion production. Therefore, a field experiment was conducted to evaluate the insecticidal application and with frequency of application in 2017 and 2018 under irrigation conditions. The experiment was...

Author(s): Kiros Asgele and Yohans Gebremikael  

June 2025

Potato production in Ethiopia: Challenges, opportunities, and strategies for sustainable growth

Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is a critical crop for food security and income generation in Ethiopia, particularly in highland regions. Despite a significant expansion in the cultivated area—from 200,000 ha in 2013 to 300,000 ha in 2023—productivity remains low at 12 tons per ha, far below the global average of 20 tons. Key challenges include limited access to quality seeds, poor soil fertility, inadequate...

Author(s): Teka Tefera Bekele