WHEREAS, increased production and productivity of the agricultural sector is necessary for the growth and development of the country, and to ensure that farmers and pastoralists benefit therefrom;

WHEREAS, the production of various high-quality agricultural inputs in sufficient variety and quantity, and the supply of same, is important to users in raising the production and productivity of the agricultural sector;

WHEREAS, it is necessary to strengthen the input sub-sector by encouraging the participation of the private sector, government organs, and others in the production, supply, distribution, and trade of agricultural inputs;

WHEREAS, it has been found essential to manage agricultural inputs in a systematic, coordinated, and integrated manner for increased agricultural production and productivity in order to ensure sustainable development in the country;

WHEREAS, it has become necessary to establish an Authority, in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, that ensures the timely and quality supply of inputs; and builds capacity, knowledge, and skills to promote input technologies in order to fulfill the current and long-term requirements of the country;

NOW, THEREFORE, in accordance with Article 55(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, it is hereby proclaimed as follows: