This study examines the economic efficiency of sorghum production in designated districts of Fafan, Somali National Regional State, Ethiopia, with a focus on enhancing agricultural sustainability. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research assesses factors influencing efficiency, such as input utilization, farming practices, and socio-economic variables. Stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) is employed to gauge technical, allocative, and overall economic efficiency. Preliminary findings indicate variations in efficiency among districts, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions. Access to modern inputs, education, and extension services emerge as critical factors. The study offers recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders for targeted strategies to improve sorghum production, enhance food security, and uplift the livelihoods of farmers in the region.
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Abdulahi, K. A. , Hussein, A. M. and Hassan, S. M. (2024). Economic Efficiency in Sorghum Production: The Case of Some Selected Districts of Fafan, Somali Region, Ethiopia. Open Access Library Journal, 11, e1253. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1111253.
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