Mr. Kassa Sisay | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Amhara Agricultural Research Institute | Ethiopia
Mr. Kassa Sisay Aragaw is an emerging researcher in Soil Science and Agricultural Resource Management at the Sirinka Agricultural Research Center in Woldia, Ethiopia. With over a decade of professional experience in agricultural research, water resource development, and land use management, he has contributed significantly to advancing sustainable agricultural practices in the eastern highlands of Ethiopia. Mr. Aragaw holds a B.Sc. in Soil Resource and Watershed Management from Hawassa University (2011) and is currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Soil Science at Bahir Dar University, where his research focuses on optimizing soil fertility, nutrient efficiency, and sustainable crop production systems. His research achievements include studies published in recognized journals such as Heliyon and Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment, where he has investigated nitrogen and phosphorus management for major Ethiopian crops like teff (Eragrostis tef) and wheat (Triticum aestivum). These works address critical challenges in soil nutrient depletion and agricultural productivity, providing evidence-based recommendations for smallholder farmers and policymakers. His academic metrics, including 1 publication, 4 citations, and an h-index of 1, reflect a growing research footprint and a commitment to expanding scientific knowledge in soil fertility management and agroecosystem sustainability. Mr. Aragaw’s expertise spans soil nutrient dynamics, land use planning, watershed management, and agricultural technology adaptation. His experience in proposal writing, field experimentation, data analysis, and technology dissemination has enabled him to contribute to developing and adapting innovative agricultural solutions. He also holds a Nano-degree certificate in Data Analysis Fundamentals, enhancing his analytical and digital research competencies. Through collaborations with national research institutions and local agricultural offices, Mr. Aragaw’s work has made tangible societal impacts by improving soil productivity, supporting rural livelihoods, and fostering climate-resilient farming systems. His ongoing commitment to research excellence and sustainable land management positions him as a promising contributor to advancing agricultural innovation and food security in Ethiopia and beyond.
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Featured Publicatios
Gedamu, S. A., Aragaw, K. S., Abush, H. T., & Agegnehu, G. (2023). Response of Teff (Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter) to nitrogen and phosphorus applications on different landscapes in eastern Amhara. Heliyon, 9(7).
Aragaw, K. S., Abush, H. T., Gedamu, S. A., & Shibeshi, T. H. (2020). Identification of best split application frequency and timing of nitrogen fertilizer for sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) in eastern Amhara. Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 10(6), 25–29.*
Teshome, H., Sisay, K., Degu, A., Wubu, T., & Hailu, T. (2023). Teff and wheat yield variation with phosphorus application in Jamma District, Ethiopia. Journal of Tropical Crop Science, 10(2).*
Adissie, S., Teshome, H., Sisay, K., & Hailu, T. (2022). Identifying major yield limiting nutrients on sorghum (Girana one) for developing site-specific nutrient management practices in lowlands of Eastern Amhara. Unpublished manuscript.
Teshome, H., Gedam, S., Sisay, K., & Hailu, T. (2022). Identifying major yield limiting nutrients on sorghum (Girana one) for developing site-specific nutrient management practices in lowlands of Eastern Amhara. Unpublished manuscript.