Tag: Market access
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Kenya’s Accreditation Reforms Aim to Accelerate Trade and Market Access
Introduction: A Pathway to Better Trade Outcomes The Kenyan government has rolled out reforms to the national accreditation framework, signaling a strategic shift toward stronger compliance with internationally recognized standards. The changes are designed to streamline conformity assessments, boost confidence in locally produced goods, and improve access to regional and international markets. By strengthening the…
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State-Led Reforms to Accreditation System to Boost Trade and Market Access
Overview of the Reforms The government has unveiled a set of reforms aimed at modernizing the accreditation system to strengthen compliance with national and international standards. Officials say the reforms will streamline certification processes, enhance quality assurance, and ultimately reduce barriers to trade. By aligning accreditation practices with regional and global frameworks, the government seeks…
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ATI Completes 40 Studies to Map Ethiopia’s Farming Bottlenecks
Overview: A Turning Point for Ethiopia’s Agriculture The Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI) has completed a comprehensive set of 40 analytical studies aimed at identifying systemic bottlenecks in the country’s agricultural sector. These studies form a data-powered roadmap designed to accelerate progress toward Ethiopia’s 2030 agricultural vision, focusing on practical reforms and scalable solutions across…
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Oti Region Cassava Chip Crisis: Farmers Struggle as Buyers Vanish
Overview: A Growing Crisis in the Oti Region Thousands of cassava farmers in Ghana’s Oti Region are grappling with a troubling reality: their processed cassava chips are piling up, and buyers are scarce. The situation has left many farmers waiting for an end to a cash flow drought that began after the peak harvest season.…
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Cassava Chips Crisis in Oti Region: Farmers Struggle to Sell Dried Produce
Background: A growing crisis in the Oti Region Thousands of cassava farmers in the Oti Region are facing a troubling reality as processed cassava chips pile up in heaps with little demand. The distress stems from market dynamics, shifting buyer preferences, and cost pressures that make it harder for smallholder producers to convert a reliable…
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Formosa Pharmaceuticals and Samil Pharmaceuticals Strike Exclusive License for Clobetasol Propionate Ophthalmic Suspension
Strategic Licensing Move Targets Ophthalmic Inflammation Treatments Formosa Pharmaceuticals, a Taiwan-based bioscience company, has announced a landmark licensing agreement with Samil Pharmaceuticals, Co., Ltd. that grants exclusive rights to commercialize clobetasol propionate ophthalmic suspension intended for treating inflammation and related ocular conditions. The collaboration marks a significant step for Formosa as it expands its portfolio…
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What Kenya Can Learn From Indiana’s Farming Prowess
Introduction: A Lesson Across Continents On the plains of Indiana, a scale of agriculture that many Kenyan farmers only hear about in reports becomes tangible. The United States’ corn belt isn’t just about large fields; it’s a system built on thoughtful policy, access to credit, advanced machinery, data-driven farming, and strong cooperative networks. Kenya, a…
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BarMM MSMEs Get Market Knowledge Boost Through EU-Unido Program
EU–UNIDO Drive to Open Halal Markets for BARMM MSMEs A European Union-funded business development initiative is accelerating market access for micro- and small to medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The goal is to unlock halal industry opportunities and widen access to both local and international markets, supporting the…
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MSMEs in Bangsamoro gain market access through EU-UNIDO program
Bangsamoro MSMEs eye bigger markets with EU-backed support The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is advancing its micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) through a European Union-funded development project aimed at expanding halal industry opportunities and broader market access. The EU-supported program, implemented through UNIDO’s Inclusive Agribusiness Development for Human Security (BAEP), seeks…
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MSMEs in Bangsamoro Gain Market Knowledge Support to Boost Halal Trade
Overview: Market Knowledge Support for Bangsamoro MSMEs Micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) are stepping into a new phase of growth as an EU-funded development program intensifies market knowledge support and access to halal industry opportunities. The initiative, implemented through UNIDO (the United Nations Industrial Development…