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A deeper dive into the agri master plan: Part 2

Following on from my previous column, I am examining the elements and initiatives that make up the Agriculture and Agroprocessing Master Plan (AAMP).

This week, I highlight the work of the cluster that looked at commercial enablers, perhaps the most important aspect of the master plan for the private sector.

From the outset, the business sector representatives opposed targets or commitments for investment or job creation, arguing instead for an enabling environment. It

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