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Streamlining retail regulation to improve farmers’ access to agricultural inputs

Streamlining retail regulation to improve farmers’ access to agricultural inputs

This policy brief analyses retail regulations on agricultural inputs. It describes how LIFT is working with the Government of Ethiopia, using a ‘making markets work for the poor’ approach, to build a more efficient market to improve smallholder productivity. The brief outlines current distribution channels; documents progress made; and makes recommendations for further action to simplify and standardise regulations and improve market access for smallholder farmers.

Focus area: Tools and guidelines
Programme theme: Agricultural inputs for sustainability
Type of resource: Policy brief
Year produced: 2019
File size: 696 KB
File type: PDF

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