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Value Chain Development of Banana and Citrus in Eritrea - TCP/ERI/3702

Year of publication 2022

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 7

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Project

Synopsis (short abstract) Eritrea has three major agroecological zones that are ideal for growing diverse crops Horticulture has historically been one of the most dynamic subsectors of agriculture in the country however, value and supply chains could be enhanced significantly through improved post harvest practices and increased commercialization This project sought to sustainably develop the banana and citrus fruit value chains in Eritrea through the provision of technical assistance to the Ministry of Agriculture ( smallholder farmers, cooperatives, research centres and youth and women’s groups Bananas and citrus fruits were targeted by the project because their production levels are reasonably high, but they could be marketed more successfully.

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