Study

Location

Methods

Key Findings

Conclusions

Asres et al. (2019)

Borana region, Oromia

Household surveys (n = 300), participatory rural appraisal

Integrated watershed management led to 30% increase in livestock production, 25% increase in crop yields, 42% increase in household incomes within 5 years.

Rehabilitating rangelands and water infrastructure can significantly improve livelihoods and food security.

Amsalu & de Graaff (2007)

Tigray region

Impact evaluation

Participatory soil and water conservation through the Tigray Food Security Project doubled agricultural output and herd sizes.

Community participation in natural resource management is key to increasing productivity.

Tafese et al. (2018)

Afar region

Household surveys

The REST project’s veterinary services, drought-tolerant breeds and market access led to 20% - 30% rise in herd sales and consumption.

Improving animal health and market linkages empowers pastoralists to better withstand shocks like drought.

Alamirew & Cherenet (2016)

Oromia region

Cooperative member surveys

The Agricultural Growth Project’s support for cooperatives and value addition drove a 40% - 60% average income increase.

Facilitating value chain participation boosts incomes from pastoral activities.

Dejene et al. (2021)

Somali region

Household questionnaires (n = 150)

Cooperatives formed under the Pastoral Community Development Project helped maintain herds even in drought through participatory market development.

Community organizations are effective at building resilience when they lead development.

Gedefa et al. (2021)

Somali region

Focus group discussions

Adapting to high climate variability requires drought-resistant technologies like sand dams and pasture varieties.

Tailoring initiatives to local conditions enhance sustainability in marginal drylands.

Tafesse, A. S., Asfaw, S., & Davis, B. (2018)

Amhara, Oromia, SNNP, Tigray regions

Randomized controlled trial (n = 4000)

PSNP payments to women led to increased household expenditures, savings, and women’s involvement in livelihood and social activities.

Targeting of PSNP payments to women can empower them and benefit household welfare.