Section 6: Functions of the Organisation

(1) The functions of the Organisation are to contribute to the modernisation of the agricultural sector in order to increase total factor productivity of both the land and labour for the benefit of the farmers and to this end, the Organisation shall- (a) support the provision of advice and information services to farmers; (b) support technology development and linkages with markets; (c) monitor and ensure the quality, appropriateness and affordability of advisory services; (d) support private sector and farmer institutional development; (e) provide programme management and monitoring; and (f) ensure that the research and extension needs of farmers are identified and answered by service providers. (2) In the performance of its functions and roles, the Organisation shall collaborate with Central Government Ministries and their Agencies, Local Governments, administrative units and the private sector and universities.