Publisher's Synopsis
Most developing countries still depend heavily on imported agricultural equipment from the developed world. Many of these imports are high cost, inappropriate to countries’ needs and could be replaced by locally-manufactured alternatives. However, logistical obstacles, customs barriers and financial restrictions often prevent countries from obtaining the equipment they need. It is frequently easier to purchase from established suppliers through established trade routes in Europe, than from a manufacturer just over the border in a neighbouring territory. This guide has been prepared to break down the barriers between communication and technology transfer in agricultural equipment. It designed to be useful both to manufacturers and to users of agricultural equipment in East, Central and Southern Africa.
