Results of Ecofarm Action Research Activities in Three Project Areas in Ethiopia

Ecofarm is an integrated farm that aims at increasing agricultural productivity in an environmental friendly way by combining different low input technologies. These technologies are a combination of farmers’ best technologies and research developed technologies. The ecofarm approach also focuses on strengthening the interaction between crop and livestock production and development of a farm that can produce healthy food for the household. A particular emphasis is given to use of technologies that can improve resource use efficiency and preserve the environment. The technologies in the ecofarm are presented as a basket of options and farmers use the technologies that are most appropriate to them. This report is based on the three regional reports on activities and results of the Ecofarm project, and is a compilation of the combined efforts in the project. There are also fact sheets and manuals available for all the three regions.