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Ethiopia’s agricultural transformation is increasingly being recognised as a model for Africa, offering practical lessons on how coordinated reforms can strengthen food security and boost productivity across the continent. The African Union Commission (AUC) has highlighted the country’s progress as a clear example of what is possible when policies, institutions, and agricultural systems are aligned. Speaking in Addis Ababa, Janet Edeme, Head of Rural Development and Agriculture, Food and Security at the AUC, noted that Ethiopia has achieved significant gains in agricultural production, particularly in wheat, while also improving performance across key value chains such as coffee and livestock. These gains reflect a broader shift toward a more integrated and coordinated agricultural system. A key factor behind Ethiopia’s success has been its ability to implement system-wide reforms rather than fragmented interventions. By aligning policy frameworks with research, extension ...