SVTP Phase 1 Objectives
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The first phase of the program (SVTP-I) will initiate the process of transformation of the Shire Valley and pave the way for agricultural commercialization. The Objectives are:
- To provide access to reliable gravity fed irrigation services
- Secure land tenure for smallholder farmers
- Strengthen management of wetlands and protected areas
SVTP Phase II objectives
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The second phase of the SVTP will develop irrigated commercial agriculture and strengthen the management of natural resource in the Programme area. Specifically, the Programme will:
- Increase agricultural productivity in targeted smallholder-owned commercial farm enterprises
- Support value chain and value addition;
- Extend area supported with irrigation and farm development;
- Continue and expand efforts to address land degradation and sustainable management of forests, wetlands and protected areas.
SVTP Phase III Objectives
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The indicative objectives for the Third phase will be:
- Continue to increase agricultural productivity in targeted smallholder-owned commercial farm enterprises
- Continue to support value chain and value addition;
- Continue to extend area supported with irrigation and farm development;
- Continue to expand efforts to address land degradation and sustainable management of forests, wetlands and protected areas.