This document summarizes a public-private partnership in southeastern Ethiopia for disseminating legume technologies and developing business opportunities. The partnership involves Balegreen spice and grain development, which pioneered mechanized chickpea farming, knowledge transfer to surrounding smallholder farmers, and an outgrower program. Through this outgrower model, Balegreen strengthened the seed system, provided last mile delivery of inoculants, and facilitated grain bulking and delivery to markets. The partnership improved coordination between actors like ILRI, Balegreen, seed companies, and research institutions. It enhanced farmers' skills and disseminated chickpea technologies to over 28,000 farmers while improving input supply and market access. The model