Ethiopia’s Wheat Miracle Faces Scrutiny Amid Discrepancies in Production Figures
Ethiopia, under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s agricultural modernization program, claimed wheat self-sufficiency and even a surplus in 2023. However, The Economist’s analysis suggests the wheat boom may be exaggerated. Independent estimates and trade data show production still falls short of government claims, raising concerns for Ethiopia’s 129 million people and those looking to replicate the program’s success.
Ethiopia, once reliant on wheat imports, has claimed to achieve self-sufficiency and export a surplus under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s agricultural modernization program. The country even reported producing as much wheat as Ukraine in 2023. However, an analysis by The Economist suggests the wheat boom may be overstated. Independent production estimates and trade data indicate that while Ethiopia has increased wheat production, it falls short of the figures claimed by the government. This discrepancy raises concerns not only for Ethiopia’s 129 million citizens but also for other nations and multilateral organizations looking to replicate the program’s success.
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