AGRICULTURE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES UNIT – OVERVIEW AND SERVICES
Overview
The Agriculture, Livestock and Natural Resources Unit of Nyamasheke District plays a key role in promoting sustainable agricultural production, livestock development, and responsible natural resource management. The Unit coordinates planning, implementation, and monitoring of sector activities while ensuring alignment with national policies and District priorities.
Services Provided
1. Planning, Coordination, and Performance Management
- Coordinate planning, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of activities related to agriculture, livestock, and natural resources at District and Sector levels.
- Promote knowledge management practices to improve service delivery and sector performance.
2. Policy Implementation and Strategy Development
- Coordinate the development and oversee the implementation of strategies that localize national policies and District Council decisions related to agriculture, livestock, and natural resources.
3. Awareness and Promotion of Modern Practices
- Organize awareness campaigns to promote modern farming techniques, improved livestock practices, and sustainable natural resource management.
4. Disease Control and Market Access
- Coordinate supervision of plant and animal disease control activities at Sector level.
- Facilitate farmers’ access to markets for their agricultural and livestock products.
5. Advisory and Coordination Services
- Provide strategic advice to District leadership on agriculture, livestock, and natural resource management.
- Participate in the District Technical Coordination Committee and support coordinated decision-making.