Mohanty, Manoranjan (2017) Fiji Kava: production, trade, role and challenges. The Journal of Pacific Studies, 37 (1). pp. 5-30. ISSN 1011-3029
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Abstract
Like any other Small Island Developing State (SIDS), Fiji has limited entrepreneurial opportunities. However, these countries have some unique high value niche products that have attracted global attention. Among the limited
niche products in Fiji, kava (Piper methysticum) known as ‘yaqona’ or ‘grog’, is a popular agricultural and industrial product. Kava is not only a traditional,
ceremonial and social drink in Fiji, but also a product that contributes to social and economic development through export and foreign exchange earnings and
provides employment, and livelihoods, and alleviates poverty. As a beverage and pharmaceutical product, Fiji kava is increasing its importance nationally and
internationally.
The paper analyzes kava in Fiji as an entrepreneurial and business product, its trends in production, trade, ‘niche market’, growth potential, its role, and also
explores the issues and challenges associated with kava in Fiji.
| Item Type: | Journal Article |
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| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor |
| Divisions: | Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) > School of Government, Development and International Affairs |
| Depositing User: | Ms Shalni Sanjana |
| Date Deposited: | 24 Oct 2018 00:16 |
| Last Modified: | 24 Oct 2018 00:16 |
| URI: | https://repository.usp.ac.fj/id/eprint/11179 |
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