Indigenous crop varieties have played a crucial role in food security across various regions, including Ethiopia, where traditional agricultural practices are deeply rooted. The review employed a comprehensive search strategy across multiple databases (e. g. , PubMed, Web of Science), including peer-reviewed articles from to the present. Studies were screened based on predefined inclusion criteria related to indigenous crop varieties and their effects on food security in Ethiopia. A thematic analysis revealed that indigenous crop varieties exhibit higher resilience under drought conditions compared to modern cultivars, with a proportion of at least 50% demonstrating improved yield stability across different ecological zones. Indigenous crop varieties contribute significantly to maintaining agricultural biodiversity and food security in Ethiopia. They are particularly important for smallholder farmers facing climate-related challenges. To promote the use of indigenous crop varieties, policymakers should implement sustainable land management practices, support farmer seed banks, and encourage research focused on their genetic potential. The empirical specification follows Y=₀+^ X+, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.
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