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Summary of Mozambique Analysis of Public Expenditure in Agriculture (Volume I)

Core Content

This document is the first volume of the Mozambique Agriculture Public Expenditure Review (AgPER), which provides an in-depth analysis of public spending in the agriculture sector. The review is conducted by the World Bank in collaboration with several institutions, including the Ministry of Agriculture (MINAG), the Ministry of Planning and Development (MPD), the Ministry of Finance (MF), the European Commission, USAID, and others. The goal is to assess the quantity and quality of public spending, identify inefficiencies and underfunded areas, and support policy decisions aligned with regional and national development goals.

Main Objectives

• To evaluate the effectiveness of public expenditure in agriculture.
• To identify areas where funds could be reallocated for better outcomes.
• To support reporting requirements under NEPAD and CAADP.
• To improve the understanding of public and private investment in agriculture.
• To assist in the development of a more efficient and strategic expenditure framework.

Key Challenges

• Data Deficiencies: Inconsistent and incomplete data across different sources and systems made it difficult to accurately assess the distribution and impact of public spending.
• Underfunding: Agriculture appears to be underfunded relative to its contribution to GDP and its role in poverty reduction.
• Low Productivity: Despite the sector's importance, productivity remains low, especially in the use of improved technologies and inputs.
• Limited Private Investment: Insufficient data on private investment hampers the ability to assess its contribution and potential.
• Irrigation Gaps: Public investment in irrigation is insufficient and poorly documented, despite its potential to boost productivity.

Key Findings

• Agriculture contributes about 25% of Mozambique’s GDP and is the main source of income for 80% of the population.
• Cereal production is concentrated in the northern provinces, which also have the highest population density.
• Land and labor productivity in cereals (maize, millet, sorghum) is significantly higher in the north than in the south, but still below regional averages.
• Use of improved inputs such as chemical fertilizers and pesticides is very low, with less than 5% of smallholders using them.
• Improved seed use is limited, with 10% for maize and 3% for rice.
• Animal traction is used by slightly over 10% of smallholders.
• Irrigation has seen some growth since 2005, but data is inadequate to draw conclusions.
• The "seven million" budget line for districts, allocated for local economic projects, is assumed to be 50% used for agriculture, though anecdotal evidence suggests a higher allocation.
• The PAPA (Food Production Action Plan), adopted in 2008, includes substantial investments in silos to address food self-sufficiency concerns following a cereal price surge.

Public Expenditure Overview

• Data Sources: The report draws from various systems, including the CGE (General State Accounts), PAAO (Annual Plan of Activities and Budget), and OIII (Local Initiative Investment Budget).
• Historical Trends: Public spending in agriculture has fluctuated over the years, with a general increase from 1998–2007, though real growth is modest.
• Expenditure by Sector: The majority of spending is on agricultural services, with less on infrastructure and research.
• Funding Sources: Both internal and external funding are used, with external funding increasing over time.
• Recurrent vs. Capital Expenditure: Recurrent spending is dominant, but capital expenditure is also significant, especially for irrigation and research.
• Regional Disparities: There are significant differences in expenditure levels across provinces and districts, with northern provinces receiving more attention.
• Decentralization: The decentralization process has led to more local spending, but data collection and management remain weak.

Recommendations

• Improve Financial Planning and Management Systems: Enhance transparency and efficiency in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Refine Expenditure Patterns: Align spending with strategic priorities, particularly in irrigation and research.
• Enhance Data Collection and Analysis: Improve the availability and consistency of data to support better decision-making.
• Conduct Value-for-Money Audits: Evaluate the effectiveness of public spending and identify areas for improvement.

Key Institutions and Acronyms