The Green Legacy Program, involving annual seedling planting, contributes to food self-sufficiency. The Lemat Heritage Program aims to promote food sovereignty and diversify diets. Recognising the increased vulnerability of small-scale farmers and pastoralists to climate change, Ethiopia has implemented measures to address its impact.
The Agricultural and Rural Development Policy facilitates easier access to financial loans for small-scale farmers. These initiatives strengthen financial and insurance capabilities, enhancing productivity. The Minister emphasised the importance of stakeholder cooperation and coordination to establish an inclusive financial system for rural development.