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CARLEP falls short of key production and market targets

Dec 30, 2025 5 mins read
CARLEP falls short of key production and market targets

The Commercial Agriculture and Resilient Livelihoods Enhancement Programme (CARLEP) failed to meet key targets for output, farmer involvement, and market access despite achieving gains in production and infrastructure.

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