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Journal of Science and Sustainable Development (JSSD) Volume 8 Number 2 2020 ISSN: 2304-2702 (Print) : 2414-4479 (online) An International Journal of Ambo University Journal of Science and Sustainable Development Editorial Board Editor-in-Chief Dr. Alemayehu Adugna (Ecology), Ambo University Associate Editor Dr. Gizew Debebe (Organic Chemistry), Ambo University Dr. Vinodhini Rajamanickam (Biochemistry), Ambo University Technical Editors Dr. Endrias Zewdu Gebremedhin (Veterinary Public Health), Ambo University (AU) Dr. Bayissa Leta Danno (Analytical & Environmental Chemistry, AU) Dr. Mulugeta Negeri Tulu (Entomology), AU Dr. Workneh Abebe Wodajo (Agricultural Extension Education), AU Dr. Kumsa Delessa Kuffi (Bioscience engineering), AU Dr. Bekele Gashie Dega (Physics Education), AU Editorial Manager Dr. Bayissa Leta Danno, Analytical & Environmental Chemistry, Ambo University, P. O. Box 19, Ambo, Ethiopia Email: [email protected] National and International Advisory Board Members Dr. Tadesse Kenea Amente President, Ambo University, Ethiopia Sr. S/r Mulu Kitaba Negewo Vice President for Academic Affairs, Ambo University, Ethiopia Mr. Mekuria G/Mariam Bayissa Vice President for Administration and Student Affairs, Ambo University, Ethiopia Dr. Solomon Masho Atomsa Vice President for Business and Development, Ambo University, Ethiopia Dr. Bizunesh Mideksa Borena Vice President for Research and Community Service, Ambo University, Ethiopia Professor Adugna Tolera Hawassa University Dr. Zenebe Tadesse Seifu EIAR, Addis Ababa Dr. Solomon Abegaz EIAR, Addis Ababa Dr. Mohammed Dawd EIAR, Addis Ababa Dr. Mitiku Tesso Jebessa Food and Agricultural Organization, World Food Program, Italy Professor Girma Gebresenbet SLU, Sweden Professor Dr. Wondwossen Abebe Ohio State University Professor Dr. Eric Cox Gent University, Belgium Professor Dr. Pierre Dorny Gent University and Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium Professor Isah Abdullahi Obansa Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria Professor Louis Attah River Sate University of Science and Technology, Nigeria Journal of Science and Sustainable Development (JSSD) An International Journal of Ambo University Communicating Local Economic Development Approach for Poverty Alleviation in Ambo Town, West Shewa, Oromia, Ethiopia Mengistu Tulu and Workineh Abebe 1 Optimal Breast Feeding Practice and Associated Factors among Mothers of Children aged 6-23 months in Dandi District, West Shewa, Ethiopia Kefyalew Taye and Gutu Belay 10 Assessing Crop Response to Zinc Fertilization: a Meta-Analysis Zewdneh Zana Zatea and Bikila Olika Fufa 19 Genetic divergence among Ethiopian linseed (Linumusitatissimum L ) genotypes Gemechu Nedi Terfa and Gudeta Nepir Gurmu 34 Evaluation of Insecticides on Management of some Sucking Insect Pests in Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) in West Shoa Zone, Toke kutaye District, Ethiopia Tadele Shiberu 43 Effects Blended and Urea Fertilizer rate on Yield and yield Components of Maize in Ultisols of Liben Jawi district Tolera Abera, Buzayehu Tola, Tolcha Tufa, Adane Adugna, Hirpa Legesse and Tesfaye Midega 50 Effect Of Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates on Seed Yield And Oil Quality of Linseed (Linum Usitatissimum L.) Varieties in Welmera District, Central Highland of Ethiopia Alemu Dilenssie, Temesgen Deselagn and Habtamu Ashagre 62 Evaluations of Garlic Varieties and Fungicides for the Management of White Rot (Sclerotium cepivorum Berk.) in West Showa, Ethiopia Motuma Gemechu, Thangavel Selvaraj, Teshale Jifara and Amsalu Abera 74 Journal of Science and Sustainable Development is a semiannual publication of Ambo University, P. O. Box 19, Ambo, Ethiopia. ©AUJSSD, 2020 Journal of Science and Sustainable Development (JSSD) Ambo University Ambo University which was founded in 1939 is one of the oldest higher learning institutions in Ethiopia. The primary objective of the University is to promote and advance academics and research in all aspects of sciences to contribute to the sustainable development of the country. Among the various ways of promoting academics and disseminating research outputs are publishing the JSSD, Ambo University Newsletter, various books and proceedings. Ambo University is known for frequently organizing international conferences, workshops and public speeches as means of promoting academics and research ultimately contributing to better understanding of new and available technologies at local, regional and international level. Financial support for various researches being conducted by the University staff is provided by the ministry of education and other external funding agencies such as Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR), Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), Institute of Biodiversity Conservation (IBC), International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), private agencies such as Agri-share Ethiopia. Ambo University, therefore, would appreciate and acknowledge all article contributors, financial assistance providers, and reviewers showing willingness to contribute for the sustainable publication of this imperative journal. The current, biannual journal and the quarterly newsletter exist to advance scholarly discourse about scientific research, academic knowledge and extracurricular activities taking place in the University as well as in other scientific institutions. The journal considers articles from a wide variety of interest areas and from a wide spectrum of disciplines. Manuscripts are usually reviewed within one-to two months of submission. It is not possible to promise automatic acceptance of the manuscript. Based on the reviewers’ comments, the Editorial Board deserves the right to reject manuscripts that are not up to standard. Authors are advised to strictly follow the instructions for authors as a mere deviation from the basics of the Journal format can lead to automatic rejection of the manuscript without going in depth into it. JSSD: Journal of Science and Sustainable Development JSSD is an international, a bi-annual Journal of Ambo University, Ethiopia. The Journal was launched in 2012. The journal is designed for an international readership both within Africa and Overseas. The JSSD will accept for publication original research articles, review articles, short communications and features articles in both basic and applied sciences. The journal covers all disciplines which are highly relevant to Ethiopia and other countries sustainable developments through the development of academic aspects. Therefore, the Ambo University is open to invite all suitably qualified individuals and organizations to contribute in all areas of your interest based on the guidelines of the publications. Research manuscripts in Science, Academy, Technology and other related disciplines will be considered for the publication in the JSSD. Objectives: • To produce a publication that is credible and informative which will serve as a medium for professionals in science and related fields to interact and share information and knowledge for the purpose of the advancement of the scientific community and sustainable development. • To promote the effective teaching of science, technology and management; identifying problems and developing solutions through dissemination of new information from researches align in the direction of solving the basic need of the country. • To contribute to the pool of scientific information by providing (creating) more access for researchers to have their original scientific work relevant to the need of the country and the world at large. Instructions for Authors The Ambo University Journal of Science & Sustainable Development (JSSD) is an open access journal that provides rapid publication (bi-annually) of articles in all areas of the subject such as natural, social and health sciences, agriculture, technology, art and etc. The Journal welcomes the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence. Papers will be published shortly after acceptance. Electronic submission of manuscripts is strongly encouraged, provided that the text, tables, and figures are included in a single Microsoft Word file. Submit manuscripts as e-mail attachment to the Editorial Office at: [email protected] A manuscript number will be mailed to the corresponding author shortly after submission. The cover letter should include the corresponding author's full address (e-mail and P.O. Box). The whole manuscript with tables and figures embedded in the text in word document should be sent to the editors as an attachment. The Journal of Science & Sustainable Development will only accept manuscripts submitted as e-mail attachments. Article Types Three types of manuscripts may be submitted: Original Articles: These should describe new and carefully confirmed findings, and experimental procedures should be given in sufficient detail for others to verify the work. The length of a full paper should be the minimum required to describe and interpret the work clearly. Short Communications: A Short Communication is suitable for recording the results of complete small investigations or giving details of new models or hypotheses, innovative methods, techniques or apparatus. The style of main sections need not conform to that of full-length papers. Short communications are 2 to 4 printed pages (about 6 to 12 manuscript pages) in length and should bear two or three tables/figures. Reviews: Submissions of reviews and perspectives covering topics of current interest are welcome and encouraged. Reviews should be concise