National Agricultural Sector Strategy (2017-2022) “Resilience and Sustainable Development”

Plan Type: Sectoral Plan

Document Language: English

SDGs:
GOAL 2: Zero Hunger GOAL 5: Gender Equality GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth GOAL 12: Responsible Consumption and Production GOAL 13: Climate Action GOAL 15: Life on Land Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

National Agricultural Sector Strategy (2017-2020) "Resilience and Sustainable Development

November 2016

The "National Agricultural Sector Strategy (2017-2022)" of the State of Palestine, developed by the Ministry of Agriculture, outlines a comprehensive plan to achieve resilience and sustainable development in the agricultural sector. It aims to enhance the resilience of farmers, sustainably manage natural and agricultural resources, increase agricultural production and competitiveness, and improve access to quality agricultural services. The strategy also emphasizes the importance of effective institutional and legal frameworks and aligns its objectives with the National Policy Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. The strategy involves extensive collaboration among governmental institutions, civil society, and international partners to ensure coordinated efforts and successful implementation.

Pillars & Objectives

Pillar: Resilience and protection
Objectives:
  • Enhance female and male farmers’ resilience and steadfastness on their lands.
Pillar: Natural resource
Objectives:
  • Promote the sustainable management of natural and agricultural resources and improve adaptation to climate change.
Pillar: Production and productivity
Objectives:
  • Increase agricultural production, productivity and competitiveness in local and international markets, enhance the contribution of the agricultural sector in the gross domestic product, and strengthen food security.
Pillar: Supporting services
Objectives:
  • Improve the access of female and male farmers and entrepreneurs to quality agricultural services to increase value along agricultural value chains
Pillar: Institutionalization and management
Objectives:
  • Develop effective and efficient institutional and legal frameworks