Maximising value chains in root and tuber crops in the Pacific Island countries: A consolidated summary

Umar, Mohammed and Chandra, Satish and Singh, Rup (2015) Maximising value chains in root and tuber crops in the Pacific Island countries: A consolidated summary. Journal of South Pacific Agriculture, 8 (1). pp. 39-42. ISSN 1018-7774

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Abstract

This paper summarizes the major findings on maximizing value chains in RTCs for the Pacific Island Countries. It also presents a synthesis of the most important issues raised by the key stakeholders of RTCs in the region. A summary of key national strategies and recommendations for policy are also included to help develop a better future for the RTCs and agriculture in general for the Pacific Islands. The paper also presents a list of suggestions on developing future training programs for agencies working on RTCs. Consequently, the paper indicates a pragmatic agenda for capacity development for the region. The paper is structured as follows. Following brief introduction below, key findings on value chain analysis, followed by a time-variant summary of important strategies and recommendations are presented. Conclusions and future direction on capacity development for the region are finally stated.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	S Agriculture > S Agriculture (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) > Institute for Research, Extension and Training in Agriculture Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) > School of Economics
Depositing User:	Repo Editor
Date Deposited:	19 Jan 2016 23:47
Last Modified:	09 Mar 2020 23:34
URI:	https://repository.usp.ac.fj/id/eprint/8500

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