AGRIBIZZ: development of commercial agriculture programmes at Ethiopian universities
NICHE-ETH-019
Sector
Agriculture
Project budget
The maximum budget for this project is € 3.5 million.
Organisations
This project has been developed by Jimma – University College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine in consortium with:
- Hawassa University – Institute of Environment, Gender and Development Studies
- Haramaya University – School of Agricultural Economics & Agri-business Management
- Ambo University – Department of Economics
The tender for this project expired on 2 July 2010. Nuffic has awarded this tender to Q-Point, which has formed a consortium with AERES Group, CIDIN, Ghent University, INHolland University of Applied Sciences, DLV Plant BV and SID Consult.
Project description
In order to contribute to a vibrant and sustainable commercial agriculture sector in Ethiopia, this project will strengthen the universities’ capacity to prepare students for this emerging sector.
Long and short term staff trainings at both MSc and BSc level will include research activities. The trainings will focus on value chain issues and development in the field of agro-economics.
Curriculum review and research agendas will be evaluated and adjusted to the needs of the labour market and the private sector. This will include interdisciplinary value chain approaches.
Furthermore, curricula need to incorporate interdisciplinary case modules on value chains, internships and practical modules. These modules should enhance ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills, problem solving skills and practical attitudes.
Finally, the project will seek to enhance interfaculty collaboration and create strong linkages with policymakers, the research sector and the private sector.
Gender
The project will strengthen the gender practices in the participating universities and departments, including practices which increase female retention. It will also seek to provide training opportunities for female staff and integrate gender aspects into research.