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Foreword by the CEO, Jason Scarpone

movement where they most need food production and survival. All are forced into a social-distancing approach, restricting
people’s gatherings, isolating farmers from their communities and their suppliers. Even beyond lockdown, supply lines may
be affected as countries hit “second waves” of infection across the continent.

Mindful of these challenges, AFAP has continues to roll out alternative options to educate our agrodealers and farmers
through distance learning. Flexibility is vital, and, as such, our country managers remain focused on taking action based
on the unique issues their respective territories require. We’re also offering remote support and training to SMEs, including
agrodealers and community-based agents, as well as to smallholder farmers.

However, it is heartening to note that despite the challenges faced, we’re also able to share good-news stories of successful
agribusiness and farmers empowered by easier access to seeds and fertilizers.

As 2021 approaches, we will continue to adapt, grow and learn, always aiming to be an effective catalyst of agricultural
productivity with smallholder farmers, governments, regional economic communities, and SMEs for a prosperous Africa.

We wish you a happy and productive 2021 and welcome any good-news stories and successes you would like to share
with us.

Thank you for your continued support.

Jason Scarpone
President and Chief Executive Officer – AFAP

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