This study assesses the effects of Ethiopia's current land tenure system on household farmland access. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study found that the mean farmland size was 1.59 ha, with government allocation accounting for 41.9%. Access varied significantly by household head age and sex. Illegal land transactions were prevalent, and many respondents viewed the current tenure system negatively. Regression analysis identified oxen ownership, crop production, income, education, and credit access as determinants of farmland size. The study recommends empowering female-headed households, encouraging younger households, enforcing legal land regulations, and addressing illegal land markets.
Publisher
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
Published On
Feb 03, 2021
Authors
Teshome Beyene Leta, Arega Bazezew Berlie, Mehrete Belay Ferede
Tags
land tenure system
household farmland access
Ethiopia
illegal land transactions
determinants of farmland size
female empowerment
youth involvement
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