An Economic Overview of Ginger Production in Ethiopia

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Hegde, Dr. Sreepada Hegde

Abstract: Agriculture is the backbone of the Ethiopian economy. Contributing 42 % share in the gross domestic product.95 % vegetables, horticulture products and commercial produced by the smallholder. The history of spices in Ethiopia is an ancient one and spices remain as basic food items of the Ethiopian people. Ethiopia has a world share of 0.4 %. Ethiopia is the homeland for many spices. Ginger is one commonly used ingredient in Ethiopian recipe. Ginger plays an important role in contributing to local economy. Actually it has Export potential, Value added to economic growth, it creates lot Job opportunity locally. With a view, this article will provide the overview of ginger production in Ethiopia

Keywords: Ginger, Economy and Production