Ethiopia and China expand agricultural mechanization ties

Ethiopia and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in agricultural mechanization technologies. A primary focus of this partnership is advancing teff production through the use of modern machinery and innovative technologies.

During recent discussions, Abera Lema, Adviser to the state minister at the Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture, highlighted the nation's efforts to modernize its agricultural sector to boost productivity and ensure food sovereignty. He noted that Ethiopia has implemented several strategic initiatives over the last five years, including the expansion of irrigated wheat production and the scaling up of the ‘Yelemat Trufat’ (Bounty of the Basket) Initiative.

Ma Jingchun, Chairman of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Mechanization Science, Technology and Industrial Development, emphasized the long-standing partnership between the two nations. China expressed interest in assessing the performance of teff mechanization equipment previously developed and tested by Chinese research institutions to continue collaborative development.