Ethio Chamber Embarks on Market Link Project

Jan 19 , 2024


A project that aims to create a market link for avocado, onion and soybean producers was unveiled last week. Ethiopia Chamber of Commerce & Sectoral Association aims to strengthen the capacity of Agri-Business associations in Amhara, Oromia and Sidama regional states through over half a million euros financed by GIZ. Launched at Inter Luxury Hotel, Tito St. the Agri-Business capacity-building project initiative is hoped to have a potential impact on agriculture focusing on value chains to stabilise the market. According to Melaku Azezew, president of the Association, the year-long project aims to provide training and market research to help the producers explore the international market avenue. He said they plan to conduct research and discussions and put forth proposals to the policymakers.


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