Mecanización Agrícola Sostenible

Investing in market-oriented agricultural infrastructure in Africa. Summary of the proceedings of a round-table meeting

The objective of the meeting was to propose, identify and discuss strategies and good practices for maximizing the benefits and sustainability of investments in market-oriented infrastructure in order to provide a stimulus for agricultural and rural development. Investment in infrastructure was viewed in an integrated (multisectoral) manner, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the entire agricultural value chain. Specifically, the following types of infrastructure were discussed. • Agricultural water management (AWM) • Storage • Assembly, wholesale and retail market infrastructure • Rural roads The present summary of the meeting is intended mainly for high-level policy-makers and advisers.

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publication
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Investing in market-oriented agricultural infrastructure in Africa. Summary of the proceedings of a round-table meeting
Year:
2012