Proceedings of the FAO/Stellenbosch/IFAMA Workshop on Enabling More Inclusive and Efficient Agricultural and Food Systems in Africa

Proceedings of the FAO/Stellenbosch/IFAMA Workshop on Enabling More Inclusive and Efficient Agricultural and Food Systems in Africa

FAO session at the IFAMA World Forum 18 June 2014, Cape Town, South Africa

Year of publication 2016

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 208 p.

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Document

ISBN 978-92-5-109498-3

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Synopsis (short abstract) FAO organized a workshop during the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association's World Forum 2014, focusing on themes covered by Strategic Objective 4 that place greater emphasis on supporting national policies that enhance inclusiveness and promote efficiencies along agri-food value chains. The event brought together students, academics, government officials, private sector representatives and development practitioners to discuss innovative approaches to promote inclusive an d efficient agricultural and food systems in Africa.

Language English

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