Environmental and Social Impact Assessment - Gibe III

Gibe III – Environmental and Social Impact Assessment 300 ENV R CS 002 C - A9003099
multiplication can be done using both cuttings and collection of seeds. The type of inputs required after the
introduction of the improved forages would be proper range management and feeding practices.
Strengthening the Veterinary Service: The other important aspect that needs due consideration would be the
strengthening of livestock health services. The eleven weredas of the study areas are heavily infested with
trypanosomiasis, internal and external parasites. At present, taking the livestock resources into account, the
animal health services rendered in the project area are not adequate. Provision of dependable veterinary
service will improve the health condition and increase productivity including the traction output of the oxen.
Therefore, in order to provide better veterinary service to the local the community the veterinary service
should be strengthened at each Wereda level. The required inputs include infrastructure (construction of at
least one veterinary clinic in each affected Wereda), facilities, veterinary equipment and drugs. Essential
veterinary drugs will be supplied on revolving fund basis. The Clinics will be centrally located and will give
veterinary services to Project Affected PAs, so that farmers do not necessarily have to travel long distances
to Wereda clinics. Alternatively, the existing Wereda clinics will be supplied with necessary veterinary
equipment and drugs.
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