Waste valorization technologies have been proposed as a sustainable solution for managing livestock waste in rural areas of Ethiopia. However, their effectiveness varies across different settings. A comparative analysis was conducted using data collected from farmers and waste management sites. Qualitative interviews and field observations were employed to gather detailed insights into technology implementation and community perceptions. Waste valorization technologies showed significant reductions in methane emissions, with a notable decrease of up to 50% in one village compared to conventional methods. Farmers reported high satisfaction levels, indicating a strong willingness to adopt these technologies. The findings suggest that waste valorization can be an effective strategy for improving livestock waste management in rural Ethiopia when tailored to local conditions and needs. Policy makers should consider supporting the adoption of waste valorization technologies through incentives and capacity building programmes. Further research is needed to validate these results across more villages.
Tadesse et al. (Fri,) studied this question.