Background

This policy outlines the strategic direction for the agriculture sector, as well as the overall and specific goals that the government of Somalia aims to improve extension service delivery for increased production and productivity to ensure food security, poverty reduction, and economic growth. The policy’s comprehensive framework embraces decentralized systems, pluralistic approaches, and public-private partnerships to cater to local needs while fostering accountability, community ownership, and collaboration among diverse stakeholders, underscoring the significance of evidence-based decision-making, digital integration, and private-sector involvement in driving sustainable agricultural development and enhancing the efficacy of extension services in the policy implementation.