Agricultural planning supports the coordination and implementation of agricultural policies, programmes and investments to achieve national agricultural development objectives.
Key areas of focus include:
- Agricultural policy and programme planning
- Development of sector plans and investment priorities
- Preparation and coordination of agricultural projects and programmes
- Budget planning and resource allocation
- Coordination of agricultural development interventions
- Policy analysis and provision of technical advice
- Coordination with development partners and other stakeholders
- Monitoring implementation of agricultural plans and programmes
- Support for evidence-based agricultural decision-making
- Alignment of agricultural programmes with national development priorities
The Department coordinates planning processes across the agricultural sector to promote coherent implementation of policies, programmes and investments.