About DAL
The Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) of Papua New Guinea is a government agency that is responsible for promoting the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors in the country. The DAL works to increase the productivity and competitiveness of these sectors, and to support smallholder farmers and livestock producers.
Here are some specific roles and responsibilities of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) of Papua New Guinea:
- Developing and implementing policies, programs, and projects to support the growth and development of the agriculture and livestock sectors in Papua New Guinea
- Providing extension services and technical assistance to smallholder farmers and livestock producers to help them improve their productivity and profitability
- Promoting the adoption of improved technologies and best practices in agriculture and livestock production
- Coordinating with other government agencies, research institutions, and the private sector to support the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the DAL’s programs and projects, and using this information to inform future policy and program development
- Engaging with the international community on agriculture and livestock-related issues, including participating in regional and international negotiations and agreements on these issues.
DAL Fact Sheet
- The Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) is a government agency that promotes the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors in Papua New Guinea (PNG)
- Agriculture and livestock are important sectors in PNG, providing livelihoods for many people and contributing significantly to the country’s economy.
- DAL works to increase the productivity and competitiveness of these sectors, and to support smallholder farmers and livestock producers, by providing extension services and technical assistance, promoting the adoption of improved technologies and best practices, and coordinating with other stakeholders to support the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors.
- DAL is headquartered in Port Moresby and has regional offices throughout the country.
- DAL works closely with other government agencies, research institutions, and the private sector to support the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors in PNG. It also engages with the international community on agriculture and livestock-related issues, including participating in regional and international negotiations and agreements on these issues.
Policy & Regulation
This act establishes the DAL as the lead agency for promoting the development of the agriculture and livestock sectors in Papua New Guinea. It also sets out the powers and responsibilities of the DAL, as well as the processes for providing extension services and technical assistance to smallholder farmers and livestock producers.
This act establishes the National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) as a research and development agency within the DAL. NARI is responsible for conducting research on agriculture and livestock-related issues, and for providing extension services and technical assistance to smallholder farmers and livestock producers.
This act establishes the framework for protecting and conserving the environment in Papua New Guinea. It includes provisions related to the management of natural resources, pollution control, and the protection of wildlife and ecosystems.
This act establishes the framework for managing the risks associated with natural disasters in Papua New Guinea. It includes provisions related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
This act sets out the framework for the management and use of land in Papua New Guinea. It includes provisions related to land ownership, land use planning, and the rights of landholders.
When & How to Contact DAL
You might want to contact the Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) of Papua New Guinea if you have any questions or need information about the agency’s work, if you are interested in collaborating with the DAL on agriculture or livestock-related projects, or if you want to report on agriculture or livestock-related issues in Papua New Guinea. You can also contact the DAL if you are seeking technical assistance or support for an agriculture or livestock-related project in the country. If you are not sure whether the DAL is the right agency to contact, you can try reaching out to them and they can help direct you to the appropriate department or agency.