Value Chains for Development

The Learning alliance on chain empowerment : the case of Burka Gudina cooperative union in Ethiopia

Goris, Wim and Belt, John | 2010
  • Author(s): Goris, Wim and Belt, John
  • Publisher: Network of resource centres on urban agriculture and food security (RUAF)
  • Pages: 38--39
  • Keywords: farmers associations, agricultural co-operatives, agricultural product marketing, agricultural technical co-operation, ethiopia
In the Ethiopia Learning Alliance, 18 farmers' organisations upgraded their business and market position in the value chain through a cycle of workshops, field assignments and coaching visits by a project team. The Ethiopia Learning Alliance is a learning-by-doing project in value chain development.

Tackling barriers to scale : from inclusive business models to inclusive business ecosystems

Gradl, Christina and Jenkins, Beth | cop. 2011
  • Author(s): Gradl, Christina and Jenkins, Beth
  • Publisher: Harvard university. John F. Kennedy school of government. Corporate social responsibility initiative (CSRI)
  • Pages: --
  • Keywords: sustainable agriculture, enterprise development, poverty alleviation
This paper provides a simple framework for companies to think about the strategic management of inclusive business ecosystems. It describes the concept of an inclusive business ecosystem, and presents three structures companies can employ to strengthen these ecosystems.

EU requirements for imports of fresh fruit and vegetables : a supplier's guide

Graffham, Andrew | 2006
  • Author(s): Graffham, Andrew
  • Publisher: International institute for environment and development (IIED)
  • Pages: --
  • Keywords: agribusiness, purchasing, fruit, vegetables, imports, rules and regulations, reference materials, eu
EU legislation represents the minimum for market access, but many retailers and wholesalers require suppliers to demonstrate compliance with independently verifiable private standards such as EUREPGAP.

Impact of EurepGAP on small-scale vegetable growers in Kenya

Graffham, Andrew and Karehu, Esther and MacGregor, James | 2007
  • Author(s): Graffham, Andrew and Karehu, Esther and MacGregor, James
  • Publisher: International institute for environment and development (IIED) etc.]
  • Pages: --
  • Keywords: agribusiness, small farms, horticulture, quality control, export promotion, development assistance, east africa, kenya
EurepGAP is the predecessor of GLOBALGAP, a private sector body that sets standards for certifying agricultural products around the globe. Donor support has been crucial for Kenyan smallholder export promotion.

Impact of EurepGAP on small-scale vegetable growers in Kenya

Graffham, Andrew and Karehu, Esther and MacGregor, James | 2007
  • Author(s): Graffham, Andrew and Karehu, Esther and MacGregor, James
  • Publisher: International institute for environment and development (IIED)
  • Pages: --
  • Keywords: agricultural product marketing, vegetables, small farms, cost benefit analysis, exports, food standards, rules and regulations, east africa, kenya
A survey of costs and benefits of producing export crops in Kenya was undertaken to assess profitability, indicate trends, and illustrate incentives for smallholders to continue being part of EurepGAP.
 

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The Value Chains for Development portal provides access to selected free, full-text electronic documents on pro-poor value chains.