Importance of Stronger Extension Services and Affordable Financing for Farmers

TLDR

• Farmers, agribusinesses, policymakers and technology providers from 35 countries are expected to meet in Dar es Salaam in September to discuss innovations and challenges affecting Africa’s agriculture and food systems.
• The gathering comes as farmers across Africa continue to face limited access to affordable technology, financing, reliable markets and climate-resilient production methods.
• Farmers also need stronger extension services, affordable financing, rural infrastructure, dependable markets and policies that reduce production risks.