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Dr Sisay Belay Bedeke | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia

Sisay Belay Bedeke, PhD, is an Ethiopian researcher and project coordinator, born on June 11, 1986, in Arba Minch. He holds a PhD in Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics from Ghent University, Belgium, specializing in social vulnerability to climate change, resilience, and adaptation strategies in Ethiopia.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

Education:

  • PhD (2014-2020): Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics, Ghent University, Belgium
  • MSc (2009-2011): Rural Development, Haramaya University, Ethiopia
  • BSc (2005-2007): Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, Haramaya University, Ethiopia

Experience:

  • Researcher & Project Coordinator (11/2013-till now): Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia
    • Research: Sustainable agro-food systems, climate-smart agriculture, and food security.
    • Coordination: Conflict resolution, climate vulnerability, gender analysis, and sustainable land management.
    • Teaching: Sustainable development, environment, and society.
    • Supervision: Overseeing partner projects, MSc, and PhD projects.
  • Project Coordinator (01/11/2021-30/10/2023): CORDAID-WSU Project Office
    • Coordinated projects on local crop production for sustainable livelihood and biodiversity management.
    • Managed project schedules, resources, and communication with stakeholders.
  • Visiting Researcher (05/2022-08/2022): University College Dublin, Ireland
    • Conducted research on model farm planning and climate-resilient dairy, feed, and pasture value chains.
  • Lecturer & Researcher (09/2007-10/2013): Haramaya University, Ethiopia
    • Conducted research on sustainable livelihood, climate adaptation, and irrigation development.
    • Coordinated research projects and promoted operational plans.
    • Taught environmental management, project planning, and ecological dynamics.
  • Project Officer (07/2007-10/2007): Institute of Sustainable Development, Ethiopia
    • Assisted in the development of action plans and ensured grant operations.
    • Conducted rapid need assessments and assisted in program evaluations.

Training:

  • Programming R and GIS for Agriculture (Jan-Mar 2020), Ghent University, Belgium
  • The Business Plan, Planning for Success (Oct 2017), Global Affairs Canada
  • Research Design Methods (Dec 2015-Mar 2016), Ghent University, Belgium
  • Analysis of Variance (Jan-Mar 2016), Ghent University, Belgium
  • Linear Regression (Oct 2016-Mar 2017), Ghent University, Belgium
  • Scientific Data Analysis and Management (May 2013), Haramaya University, Ethiopia

Research Focus 📝:

Dr. Sisay Belay Bedeke’s research spans diverse aspects of climate change and agricultural sustainability in Ethiopia. His work, published in reputable journals, includes a comparative analysis of farm household livelihood vulnerability to climate-related risks in southern Ethiopia. Dr. Bedeke explores spatiotemporal variability and trends in rainfall and temperature, crucial for climate change adaptations in rural communities. Additionally, he contributes to assessing climate change-induced poverty among mixed crop-livestock smallholders in Wolaita Zone. Through his research, Dr. Bedeke advocates for bundling conservation tillage, improved crop varieties, and diversification to enhance food security. He also delves into the lessons Ethiopia can draw from China’s rural industrialization for sustainable development. In examining local cognition’s impact on climate change adaptation, Dr. Bedeke emphasizes the farmer’s perspective.

 

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Sisay Belay Bedeke | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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