Source: Government of Ethiopia
Country: Ethiopia
Dessie December 09/2012 More than 10,000 farmers are developing over 8000 hectares land through irrigation in Werebabo Woreda, South Wollo Zone of Amhara State, the woreda agriculture development office said. Office Head, Hailu Yoseph told ENA that the farmers are developing the stated area of land by harnessing rivers and using water wells and springs, among others. Hailu said development agents are providing professionals support to the farmers with a view to enabling them become successful in their activities. Some of the farmers on their parts said that they managed to improve their livelihoods through engaging in irrigation development.