GOAL
To provide institutional capacity/support for planning, policy development, analysis and evaluation of programs
for the Agricultural sector.
SCOPE
The scope of the Ministry covers the following programme areas:
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Agency administration
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Corporate Planning
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Crop Development
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Livestock Development
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Fisheries Development
AGENCY OBJECTIVES
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To increase the efficiency and competitiveness of agriculture.
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To promote the adoption of improved / appropriate technological packages.
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To expand and diversify agricultural, and fisheries production, value-added agro-processing and the general market base.
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To enhance the national food security status.
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To generate new opportunities for employment and income generation in rural areas.
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To conserve the natural resource base.
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To modernize legislative and policy framework for optimal agricultural production and trade.
- Facilitate representation at national, regional, and International level.To comply with international conventions and agreements relating to the portfolio of the Agency.
