Nonetheless, the Ministry has revealed that numerous exporters have neglected to adhere to the prescribed procedure. In an effort to accommodate these exporters, the Ministry has extended the registration period by an additional 15 days. The government’s goal is to improve export revenues through the effective implementation of the contract farming scheme. The parliament approved a long-awaited proclamation governing contract farming during the same year. They also highlight that authenticating contracts between farmers and exporters and enforcing these agreements remains a significant challenge.

Source: Ethiopian News December 12, 2023 15:23 UTC