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The initiative also led to increased access to markets, with 75% of farmers reporting improved market access.
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Abstract
The program's success can be attributed to the effective collaboration between local stakeholders, government agencies, and international organizations. The initiative's focus on sustainable agriculture practices and market linkage facilitation has helped to improve the livelihoods of rural communities in Rwanda. The program's impact is expected to be sustained through continued support and scaling up of the interventions. The initiative's geographic focus was on Eastern Province, where the majority of Rwanda's agricultural production takes place. The program's timeframes were from 2018 to 2022, with a midterm evaluation conducted in 2020. The recommendations from the midterm evaluation included scaling up the program to reach more farmers and communities, as well as increasing support for irrigation infrastructure development. The program's implementation details included the establishment of demonstration plots, farmer training programs, and market linkage facilitation. The program's methodology involved a combination of quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, including surveys, focus group discussions, and yield monitoring. The program's conclusions were based on the analysis of the data collected, which showed significant improvements in crop yields, household income, and food security indicators.
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