Technical Efficiency of Teff Production in Ethiopia
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2025-02-28
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Ethiopia is the largest producer of Teff, a staple grain with significant cultural and economic importance. This study aims to investigate the technical efficiency score of Teff analyzing factors influencing teff yield using stochastic frontier analysis on “Resilience to climate change” data collected in 2023. The study has found labour input and land size negatively impact efficiency, while livestock in tropical units positively influence it. Fertilizer use, crop rotation, and extension service also contribute to reducing inefficiency while literacy and irrigation use show no significant effect. With a technical efficiency score of 0.787, the study highlights the potential for improving resource utilization. Recommendations for enhancing efficiency include adopting better labour and land management practices, promoting integrated farming systems, increasing fertilizer accessibility and proper usage, and strengthening extension services. Further research is suggested to address barriers and evaluate the long-term impacts of these interventions.