Research Article

The Social and Economic Significance of Natural Gum and Resin in the Woodlands of South Omo Zone, Southern Ethiopia

Table 2

Livelihood options and income sources in study area (respondents = 80) in South Omo Zone.

Source of incomeRank of livelihood optionsPercent

Sale of live animals1st33.75
Sale of crops and honey2nd31.25
Sale of gum-resins3rd21.25
Sale of edible fruits4th13.75
Total100.00

Arranged in descending order of the rank of livelihood options. Source: field survey (2018/19).