Guiding Investments in Sustainable Agricultural Markets in Africa
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Introduction: Accurate information on farmer and consumer behavior is the foundation for identifying public investments and policies that can effectively promote national food security and income growth objectives. This policy brief summarizes recent findings from a study on smallholder crop marketing behavior and urban consumption patterns in Eastern and Southern Africa. The full report is downloadable from the website above.
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