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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)/Nepal commissioned this study to assess the potential to leverage digital technology to support Nepal’s agricultural input systems. USAID hypothesizes that digital technology, deployed effectively, can increase cost and productivity efficiencies for public and private input service providers, ultimately leading to a stronger agricultural sector. This study examines the market systems and subsidy programs for the inputs of seed, fertilizer, machinery, and irrigation. Conducted by Strategic Impact Advisors, this work is based on a literature review and key informant interviews (KIIs) that took place in the fall of 2020.