Agroecology push needs effective coordination, not more pilot projects

Kenya has already acknowledged that agroecological designs and approaches can improve soil health, strengthen climate resilience, and enhance food nutrition, safety and security. 

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Last week, stakeholders from government, research institutions, private sector, civil society and development partners gathered at the National Agroecology Symposium, organised by PELUM Kenya with support from GIZ Sustainable Agricultural Systems and Policies project and other partners.

While Kenya has made significant progress in promoting agroecology and developing a national agroecology strategy, the country's biggest obstacle may no longer be a lack of intention or projects, but a lack of coordination.

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