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| The main goal of the
Ministry of Food And Agriculture ( MOFA ) is to create
an environment for sustainable growth and development
in the Agriultural Sector that would include: |
- Provision of food security
- Supply of raw materials for industry
- Creation of employment
- Reduction in poverty and the
creation of wealth
- Greater contribution of the sector
to GDP
- Generation of foreign exchange earnings
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| Beyond these, agriculture is also
recognised to have a greater impact on poverty reduction than other sectors. Other roles are social
stabilisation, buffer during economic shocks, support to environmental sustainability, and cultural values
associated with farming. |
VISION |
The vision of the Ministry is a modernised agriculture culminating in a
structurally transformed economy and evident in food security, employment opportunities and reduced
poverty.. |
MISSION |
| MOFA's Mission is to promote sustainable agriculture and thriving agribusiness through research and
technology development, effective extension and other support services to farmers, processors and traders
for improved livelihood |
OBJECTIVES |
Based on the role of agriculture in the national development framework, the objectives for the food and
agriculture sector policy are as follows:
· Food security and emergency preparedness
· Improved growth in incomes
· Increased competitiveness and enhanced integration into domestic and international markets
· Sustainable management of land and environment
· Science and Technology Applied in food and agriculture development
· Improved Institutional Coordination |
