University of Gondar college of Agriculture and Enviromental Sciences, Ethiopia
🌾 Dr. Abebe Dagnew Koye is an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Gondar. With a strong academic foundation and years of teaching, research, and leadership, he is highly regarded in his field. Dr. Abebe has a wealth of experience in agricultural economics, focusing on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through innovative agricultural practices and contract farming. His extensive research, publications, and contributions to Ethiopian agriculture highlight his commitment to advancing economic development in the region.
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Education
🎓 Dr. Abebe Dagnew holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics from Haramaya University, completed in 2023. He also earned his MSc in Agricultural Economics in 2009 and a BSc in Agricultural Extension in 2002, both from Haramaya University. His educational journey demonstrates a lifelong dedication to enhancing Ethiopia’s agricultural sector through research and practical solutions.
Experience
📚 Dr. Abebe has held numerous leadership positions, including Research and Publication Coordinator and Founding Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Gondar. He has served as an Assistant Professor since 2016, fostering agricultural development through teaching and mentorship. His career began as a Senior Instructor at Kombolcha College of Agriculture, where he gained invaluable experience in agricultural education.
Research Focus
🔬 Dr. Abebe’s research primarily focuses on agricultural efficiency, contract farming, and sustainable practices in Ethiopia. His work aims to optimize the economic outcomes of smallholder farmers by improving production methods, market access, and agricultural value chains. His studies contribute to addressing the challenges faced by farmers in the North Gondar region, with a strong emphasis on contract farming’s impact on asset accumulation and economic efficiency.
Awards and Honours
🏆 Dr. Abebe has received several grants for his research projects, including funding from NABU, World Vision Ethiopia, and DFID-Europe. His work on the production and marketing of Black Cumin and garlic value chains has been particularly recognized. These awards underscore his impact on sustainable agricultural practices and rural development in Ethiopia.
Publication Top Notes
Impact of contract farming participation on the economic efficiency of malt barley farmers in northwestern Ethiopia published in 2024 in Cogent Food & Agriculture [Cited by 1]
Impacts of contract farming on asset accumulation of malt barley farmers in northwestern Ethiopia published in 2023 in Cogent Economics & Finance [Cited by 2]