Abstract
Garlic is a fundamental component of many dishes in Ethiopia. However, there is a low production of this crop in the Yilmana Densa district of Amhara Region (Ethiopia). Thus, a study was initiated in 2014/2015 to assess farmer’s garlic production practices under an irrigated farming system in the Yilmana Densa district (Adet Zuria, Goshaye and Ambesit kebels) of Ethiopia. Production data were collected using semi-structured questionnaires from 30 garlic producing households where the whole value chain of garlic production system were recorded. Results showed that the agronomic and cultural practices employed by farmers contributed to the low productivity of garlic. Major constraints of garlic production include lack of suitable irrigated land, lack of quality planting material, shortage of irrigation water, fertilizers and pesticides, lack of money for input purchase, and disease incidences (white rot). For enhancement of production and productivity of garlic, it is necessary to solve problems associated with the production of garlic through extension activities. Key words: Bulb yield, households, garlic grower, productivity, water productivity.
Highlights
The amount of the irrigation water used and its time, and method of application is an important cultural practice which influences the yield and productivity of vegetable crops including garlic (Hanson et al, 2003)
The production and productivity of garlic in Ethiopia is by far lower compared to other countries which requires research and extension services
The assessment of the present study revealed that garlic in the study area was mostly produced by smallholder farmers in the study area allocated about 7.8 to 32% of their crop land for the production of garlic where the farmers in AdetZuria kebele allocated relatively high proportion of their crop land for garlic production
Summary
The amount of the irrigation water used and its time, and method of application is an important cultural practice which influences the yield and productivity of vegetable crops including garlic (Hanson et al, 2003). Smallholder farmers in Ethiopia use furrow irrigation to supply their crops with water without considering the developmental stages of the crops and environmental conditions (Tilahun and Mulugeta, 2015). Such methods influence the economical use of irrigation water and crop water productivity. In Ethiopia, garlic is a fundamental flavoring component of many dishes
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