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Enhancing household food security through soil and water conservation practices: a case study in semi-arid areas of Ethiopia

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  • Ayalew, M. W.
  • Teferi, E. T.
  • Wassie, S. B.
  • Mhiret, D. A.
  • Aakle, A. T.
  • Dagnew, D. C.
  • Adem, A. A.
  • Tilahun, Seifu A.

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  • Ayalew, M. W. & Teferi, E. T. & Wassie, S. B. & Mhiret, D. A. & Aakle, A. T. & Dagnew, D. C. & Adem, A. A. & Tilahun, Seifu A., 2025. "Enhancing household food security through soil and water conservation practices: a case study in semi-arid areas of Ethiopia," Papers published in Journals (Open Access), International Water Management Institute.
    • Handle: RePEc:iwt:jounls:175099
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100830
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