PA5
Program Area
Agrifood Systems & Rural Transformation Consultancy
Overview
This program area undertakes short-term consultancies and applied advisory assignments that complement RuralNexus’ broader research and innovation activities. It provides strategic, technical, and evidence-based support on agrifood systems transformation, rural development, and innovation processes.
Key Activities
- Conducting consultancy assignments on agrifood systems, rural livelihoods, and sustainable development
- Providing technical support on value chains, food systems, climate-smart agriculture, and rural innovation
- Undertaking stakeholder analyses, policy reviews, needs assessments, and project evaluations
- Designing and facilitating participatory and multi-stakeholder consultancy processes
- Supporting programme design and implementation for public, private, and development actors
- Delivering actionable recommendations that strengthen resilience, sustainability, and inclusive rural transformation