Dr. Teshome Gemechu Chawicha is an Assistant Professor at Madda Walabu University, Ethiopia, specializing in Animal and Range Sciences with a strong research background in climate-smart agriculture and livestock production management. He earned his Ph.D. in Climate Smart Agriculture and Biodiversity Management from Haramaya University, where he focused on livestock production and management, complemented by an MSc in Dairy Science and a BSc in Animal and Range Science. His international academic exposure includes an International Diploma in Animal Feed from PTC+ Barneveld, Netherlands, and professional certifications in Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, Data Analysis, and Fisheries Governance for Food Security. Dr. Teshome has held multiple academic and research leadership roles, including Department Head of Animal Science and researcher with global organizations such as GIZ, CIP, and Save the Children, contributing to climate change adaptation, livestock productivity, and sustainable rangeland management projects. His research encompasses dairy science, biodiversity conservation, animal health, and climate resilience, with numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as Food Chemistry Advances and African Journal of Agricultural Research. He has also served as a reviewer and internal evaluator for postgraduate curricula, reflecting his academic rigor and institutional leadership. A recipient of the World Bank–sponsored Ph.D. fellowship and Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs scholarship, Dr. Teshome is recognized for his contributions to livestock development, climate-smart innovations, and community-centered agricultural projects, making him a distinguished candidate for academic and research excellence awards. His scholarly record includes 5 citations, 3 published documents, and an h-index of 1.
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Featured Publications
Teshome Gemechu Chawicha*, Honeybee pests, predators and diseases in the selected districts of Bench-Maji and Sheka zones, Southwest Ethiopia. African Journal of Agricultural Research (AJAR), 2024, 20(5), 402–410.
Teshome Gemechu Chawicha, Rangeland biodiversity: status, challenges and opportunities review. Journal of Rangeland Science (JRS), 2023, 13(3), 132326.
Teshome Gemechu Chawicha, An overview of how heat stress impacts dairy cattle fertility. Multidisciplinary Reviews, 2022, 5(3), e2022014.
Teshome Gemechu Chawicha, Antimicrobial susceptibility of major bacterial pathogens isolated from bovine mastitis in Bench Maji zone, Southwest Ethiopia. Multidisciplinary Science Journal, 2021, 3, e20210010.