SUAHAHARA CROSS CUTTING A4 MAIN

The training programs emphasized the importance of conservation agriculture, integrated pest management, and post-harvest handling techniques. Farmers were also provided with access to improved seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation equipment. The initiative's market linkage facilitation component aimed to connect farmers with buyers and improve their access to markets. This involved the establishment of a commodity exchange platform and the provision of market information services to farmers. The evaluation also showed that the initiative had a positive impact on poverty reduction, with a significant proportion of program participants reporting a reduction in poverty levels. The results of the midterm evaluation informed the design of the initiative's second phase, which aimed to scale up the successful interventions and expand the program's reach to more communities.