Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization:  A Framework for Africa

Kormawa, P. ; Mrema, G. ;  Mhlanga, N. ; Kofi Fynn, M. ;  Kienzle, J. ; Mpagalile, J. (eds.)

Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization: A Framework for Africa

Year of publication 2018

Place of publication Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ;

Pages 150 p.

Author Kormawa, P. ; Mrema, G. ; Mhlanga, N. ; Kofi Fynn, M. ; Kienzle, J. ; Mpagalile, J. (eds.)

Publisher FAO & AUC ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-130871-4

Edition 1

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Synopsis (short abstract) This framework presents ten interrelated principles/elements to guide Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization in Africa (SAMA). Further, it presents the technical issues to be considered under SAMA and the options to be analysed at the country and sub regional levels. The ten key elements required in a framework for SAMA are as follows: The analysis in the framework calls for a specific approach, involving learning from other parts of the world where significant transformation of the agricultural mechanization sector has already occurred within a three-to-four decade time frame, and developing policies and programmes to realize Africa’s aspirations of Zero Hunger by 2025. This approach entails the identification and prioritization of relevant and interrelated elements to help countries develop strategies and practical development plans that create synergies in line with their agricultural transformation plans. Given the unique characteristics of each country and the diverse needs of Africa due to the ecological heterogeneity and the wide range of farm sizes, the framework avoids being prescriptive.

FAO & AUC. 2018. Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization: A Framework for Africa. Addis Ababa.

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