The primary output of the ACF that will drive all activities still remains the Policy Advisory Note (PAN). The PAN is derived from the consultative process facilitated by the Forum. The incorporation of issues raised by stakeholders will ensure stakeholder participation and consensus in the formulation of policy and programmes designed to enhance agricultural development in Zambia. The main recipient of the PAN is not only Government. The ACF fully recognizes the key role other sectors have to play in developing Zambia’s agricultural sector. It is in this regard that the Forum will send the PAN to other agricultural-related authoritative line-ministries and decision-making institutions, public or private sector, that impact on agricultural development in Zambia. The Forum has also moved to modify the format of the PAN, making it more problem-focused. The PAN is structured in a manner that highlights the recommendations and alternative options and points out the consequences of not applying the recommended actions.

Recent ACF Advisory Notes: