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Dr. Birhanu Agumas, Senior Researcher at ARARI specializing in soil fertility management, underscored the critical role of agricultural data management and meta-data analysis within the research system and on a national scale. He emphasized that effective management of agricultural data is essential for generating agricultural technologies, fostering innovation, and promoting data reuse. A well-maintained data repository, he argued, facilitates evidence-based decision-making for policymakers, leaders, agricultural experts, and researchers.

Dr. Birhanu also highlighted the significance of meta-data management for analyzing big data and enabling data sharing and reuse across the research community. He explained that meta-analysis, a method used to study variables across multiple scientific studies, plays a crucial role in informing high-level decisions.

Using acid soil management research as a case study, Dr. Birhanu demonstrated how data collection and meta-data analysis are conducted at the national level to advance scientific understanding and agricultural practices.

During the discussion session, participants emphasized the importance of enhancing ARARI’s data management systems to support ongoing and future research initiatives effectively.