Based on the mandate of Ethiopian Forestry Development (EFD), the forest development and protection function focuses on sustainability, economic growth, and climate change mitigation.
Vision
- Healthy soil resources for climate-resilient agriculture
- Sustainable agriculture with robust ecosystem services
- Climate-resilient green economy through soil management
Mission
- Soil Health: Enhance fertility for food security
- ISFM: Blend organic and inorganic techniques
- Farmer Empowerment: Training and conservation agriculture
- Protection: Mitigate soil degradation
Values & Approaches
- Sustainability: Long-term ecological balance
- Community Participation: Farmer-led solutions
- Evidence-Based Action: Soil mapping and recommendations
- Collaboration: Partners like IFDC, GIZ
Strategic Priorities
- Integrated Soil Fertility Management (ISFM)
- Sustainable Land Management (SLM)
- Evidence-Based Decision Making
- Technology Scaling for food security
Strategic Goal
By 2035: Healthy soil, prosperous nation, food-secure citizens.