Producer Organizations
The growing demand for food, the rise of international specialty value chains such as those for organic and fair trade products, and the renewed interest in bio-fuels in response to the ongoing energy crisis, have opened up opportunities to enhance the participation of agricultural smallholders in global markets. As service providers and advocacy networks, producer organisations can play an important role in strengthening the position of farmers and local producers in global value chains. This resource corner builds on Issue 34 of Capacity.Org journal to highlight the latest research, case studies, policy developments and emerging issues on this topic.
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With the renewed attention being paid to the potential of agriculture in poverty reduction, development agencies are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of producer organizations in enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and other local entrepreneurs. In their introductory article for I...
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This section features recent research findings as well as ongoing studies exploring ways to strengthen the capacity of producer organisations.
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This section highlights policy interventions and institutional frameworks that can help strengthen the “bottom end” of global agricultural value chains to contribute to improved livelihoods for local producers.
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This section showcases experiences and innovative approaches in strengthening the role of producer organisations. We welcome additional contributions and suggestions on from our readers.
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This section provides an overview of practical tools to enhance the capacity of producer organisations.
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This section contains articles and other published resources relating to producer organisations in global value chains.
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In this section, you will find links to a broad range of organisations and knowledge resources that provide support to producer organisations.