The US agency United States Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has come in to an alliance with the Kofi Annan-led Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) to boost food production and ensure food security in Africa. The MCC had already invested $1.7 billion in agricultural development over the years but is now partnering with AGRA which has made a name for itself by emphasizing the support of smallholder farmers and the development of ‘breadbasket’ areas as the key to winning the war against hunger in Africa. AGRA’s concept has received special attention in the midst of the Global food shortage and endorsement by major agencies dealing with agricultural development. MCC’s partnership with AGRA will provide additional funds for infrastructure development as well as the development of new seeds and fertilizers which are cornerstones of AGRA’s campaign to boost food production. Three 'breadbasket' regions will be the focus of the partnership’s drive.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7449989.stm
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