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Innovative Research Award

Alemayehu Derege
Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia

Alemayehu Deregee
Affiliation Adama Science and Technology University
Country Ethiopia
Scopus ID 58291837800
Documents 13
Citations 32
h-index 2
Subject Area Economics
Event International Invention Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-4672-7024

Alemayehu Derege is an Ethiopian researcher affiliated with Adama Science and Technology University whose scholarly activities are primarily focused on economics, agricultural productivity, rural development, climate-related economic challenges, trade policy, and risk management in pastoral and agricultural communities. His academic contributions examine practical development issues affecting Ethiopia, with particular attention to agricultural efficiency, export competitiveness, livestock insurance adoption, and socioeconomic resilience. Through empirical investigations and policy-oriented analyses, his research contributes to the understanding of economic development challenges and evidence-based decision-making processes.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Alemayehu Derege and his scholarly contributions in economics and development studies. His research portfolio includes studies on technical efficiency in coffee production, household willingness to participate in livestock insurance programs, climate change impacts, export promotion through diplomacy, and the socioeconomic dimensions of informal and contraband trade. The body of work reflects a consistent focus on development-oriented economic analysis relevant to Ethiopia and comparable emerging economies.[2]

Keywords

Economics, Agricultural Economics, Coffee Production, Technical Efficiency, Livestock Insurance, Climate Change, Export Development, Trade Policy, Ethiopia, Rural Development.

Introduction

Research in agricultural and development economics plays a significant role in supporting sustainable economic growth and informed public policy. Alemayehu Derege’s academic work addresses practical challenges affecting rural livelihoods, market performance, and institutional development. His studies frequently combine empirical investigation with policy implications, providing useful perspectives for scholars, practitioners, and decision-makers interested in economic transformation and resilience.[3]

Research Profile

The research profile of Alemayehu Derege demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement across economics, agriculture, trade, and environmental studies. His Scopus-indexed record includes scholarly publications addressing productivity analysis, insurance adoption behavior, climate-related economic risks, and export competitiveness. Citation activity indicates continued academic interest in these themes and their relevance to development planning.[1]

Research Contributions

  • Applied stochastic frontier analysis to evaluate technical efficiency among coffee producers in Ethiopia.
  • Investigated household willingness to pay for livestock insurance as a strategy for pastoral risk reduction.
  • Examined informal and contraband trade dynamics and associated regulatory challenges.
  • Analyzed the role of diplomacy in enhancing export value, particularly within Ethiopia’s flower export sector.
  • Contributed to discussions regarding climate change impacts and economic adaptation strategies.

Publications

  • Analysis of Factors Affecting the Technical Efficiency of Coffee Producers in Jimma Zone: A Stochastic Frontier Analysis (2010).
  • Households’ Willingness to Pay for Livestock Insurance in Karrayyu Pastoralist Community: An Attempt for Risk Reduction (2020).
  • Unpacking the Hustles in Illegal Trade Practices and Control: Evidences from the Major Contraband Hotspots (2023).
  • The Role of Diplomacy in Increasing the Value of Ethiopian Export Products with Special Reference to Cut Flower Products (2021).
  • The Impact of Climate Change in Ethiopia (2019).

Research Impact

The available citation record indicates measurable academic engagement with Alemayehu Derege’s research outputs. His studies on agricultural efficiency and insurance adoption have contributed to ongoing discussions concerning rural economic sustainability, productivity enhancement, and risk mitigation. These topics remain highly relevant to policymakers and development practitioners working in emerging economies and agricultural regions.[4]

Award Suitability

Consideration for the Innovative Research Award may be supported by the practical orientation of Alemayehu Derege’s research and its emphasis on addressing real-world economic challenges. His contributions integrate analytical methodologies with policy-relevant applications, particularly in agricultural development, trade enhancement, and socioeconomic resilience. Such characteristics align with the objectives of international recognition programs that acknowledge research capable of informing development outcomes and institutional improvement.[5]

Conclusion

Alemayehu Derege’s scholarly work reflects a sustained interest in economics-driven solutions to development challenges. Through studies addressing agricultural productivity, insurance adoption, trade competitiveness, and climate-related concerns, he has contributed to the evidence base supporting sustainable economic development. His research profile illustrates the value of applied economic inquiry in advancing knowledge and informing policy discussions.[6]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Alemayehu Derege, Author ID 58291837800. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58291837800
  2. Derege, A. (2010). Analysis of Factors Affecting the Technical Efficiency of Coffee Producers in Jimma Zone: A Stochastic Frontier Analysis. MSc Thesis.
  3. Kebede, J.G., Entele, B.R., & Derege, A.E. (2020). Households’ Willingness to Pay for Livestock Insurance in Karrayyu Pastoralist Community. Ethiopian Journal of Science and Sustainable Development.
  4. Derege, A. (2021). The Role of Diplomacy in Increasing the Value of Ethiopian Export Products. SSRN.
    https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3941132
  5. Derege, A., Ahmed, A., & Nagesso, K. (2023). Unpacking the Hustles in Illegal Trade Practices and Control: Evidences from the Major Contraband Hotspots.
  6. Derege, A. (2019). The Impact of Climate Change in Ethiopia. International Journal of Research and Analytical Review.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.worlddev.2020.105000
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