Download or read book Agricultural transformation and market innovation Theory concepts and definitions written by International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historically, agriculture was seen as a contribution that helped induce industrial growth and structural transformation of the economy. The structural transformation where the share of agriculture in gross domestic product (GDP) and employment declines as per capita income rises is well documented. Classical theorists, led by Lewis (1954), viewed economic development as a growth process of relocating factors of production from an agricultural sector characterized by low productivity and the use of traditional technology to a modern industrial sector with higher productivity. Economic transformation is triggered when agriculture realizes enough surplus in the form of food and commodities and product and factor markets begin to integrate across space, and workers begin to move out of agriculture to meet the demands of a growing industrial sector.

Download or read book Business Architectures for Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning Emerging Research and Opportunities written by McKee, James and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2017-11-17 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The integration of recent technological advances into modern business processes has allowed for greater efficiency and productivity. However, while such improvements are immensely beneficial, the modeling and coordination of these activities offers a unique set of challenges that must be addressed. Business Architectures for Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning: Emerging Research and Opportunities is a pivotal reference source for the latest research findings on the utilization of business models and value propositions in modern enterprises. Featuring extensive coverage on relevant areas such as management information systems, business planning, and value analysis, this publication is an ideal resource for information system practitioners, universities and colleges, business managers, and advanced-level students seeking the latest research on achievements in this field.

Download or read book Development Naivety and Emergent Insecurities in a Monopolised World written by Mawere, Munyaradzi and published by Langaa RPCIG. This book was released on 2018-09-17 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is common knowledge that development without security is like a runaway horse. Yet, development in Africa has been plagued by insecurities since the extractive periods of slave trade and colonialism. In spite of political independence and the euphoria of sovereignty as states, Africa has failed to address insecurity, which continues to loom large and to threaten aspirations towards truly inclusive and sustainable development. A consequence has been Africa’s development naivety vis-à-vis the monopolisation of development by the predatory elite actors of the global North and their local facilitators. To salvage the continent from such predation and the insecurities engendered requires novel and innovative imagination and praxis. This book draws from both the haunted landscapes and bitter memories of past exploitations and from the feeding of the insatiable North with African resources and humanity. It brings together essays by a concerned generation of scholars driven by the urgent need for radical decolonisation of African development and its legacies of insecurities. It is handy to students and practitioners in economics, policy studies, political science, development studies, global and African studies.

Download or read book Unravelling Supply Chain Networks of Fisheries in India written by Meenakshi Rajeev and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-01-19 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book on the fisheries sector in India, through primary surveys as well as secondary literature, brings out various nuances of the sector and its trade opportunities, the complexities surrounding the supply chain of fish, as well as the evolution of its marketing channels. A distinctive feature of this book is that it carries out a comprehensive mapping of the fisheries supply chain, by taking into account both marine and freshwater fish. It identifies various players, especially traders who take part in the product flow, irrespective of the impact each of them has on the value provided to the end customer. While members of the supply chain include all individuals or organisations between whom interaction takes place, directly or indirectly from the point of production to consumption, this study also distinguishes between primary and peripheral members to make a complex network more manageable. Moreover, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the emerging marketing channels- both organised and unorganised- in this highly perishable food segment. It provides important insights into the current scenario, focusing on the emergence of newer forms of marketing such as multinationals and e-retailing, while highlighting how traditional forms such as ‘mom-and-pop’ shops have continued to sustain, despite the challenges they face. The findings from India are also compared to global experiences of other fish producing and exporting countries such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Thailand to offer a comparison of the differences and similarities in the supply chains of various countries. The book provides important takeaways for researchers and PhD scholars working in the area of fisheries as well as supply chains. Since this book is based on field visits to different parts of the country it brings out the ground realities along with interesting insights and important policy implications for the sector, and should, therefore, appeal to policymakers as well.

Download or read book MILLETS 2023 A Transdisciplinary Approach to its Resurgence and Sustainability written by Prof. Anushree Lokur and published by Allied Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-06 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millets-2023: A Transdisciplinary approach to its Resurgence and Sustainability endeavours to explore the multifaceted world of millets. The book aims to highlight the nutritional, agricultural, environmental, and socio-economic dimensions of millets. With millets gaining increasing recognition as a sustainable and nutritious food source, the compilation of insightful research papers could be a significance resource for researchers, policymakers, and enthusiasts alike. The topics encapsulated through various research papers touch upon diverse aspect, viz. Socio-cultural, Economic, Geographical and Historical Aspects of Millets, Bio-prospecting and Innovative Sustainable Cultivation Techniques for Millets, Millets Sustainable Solution to Food Security, Entrepreneurship, Start-Ups, Product Development and Marketing Strategies and GO’s, NGO’s and Policies. In other words, the book presents manifold standpoints, providing a well-rounded view of millets and their potential. It emphasizes the importance of integrating millets into mainstream agriculture and food systems to address global challenges such as malnutrition, climate change, and sustainable development. Millets-2023 is a must-read for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of millets and their potential impact on nutrition, agriculture, environment, and socio-economic development.

Download or read book Emergent Research on Business and Society An India Centric Perspective written by Uday Salunkhe and published by Transnational Press London. This book was released on 2023-10-09 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book edited by Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Dr. V. Kumar, Prof. Dr. D.N. Murthy, and Bharath Rajan brings together critical and up to date analysis by more than 30 experts on business and management research in India. The editors offer a scoping review management research in the Indian context and reflect on ways in which this strand of research can help better understanding and solving business and societal challenges. Herein, twelve chapters presented in the volume collectively illustrate the emerging research insights for business and society as seen from the perspective of India. Along with some key insights identified, authors also explore possible avenues for future research in three key areas, namely, diversity and inclusion, employee engagement, and the implementation of sustainable practices. Contents: CHAPTER 1 MANAGEMENT RESEARCH IN INDIA: NEWER INSIGHTS. 13 Bharath Rajan and V. Kumar CHAPTER 2 THE CHANGING PROGRAMMATIC ADVERTISING ECOSYSTEM IN INDIA 25 D. Narasimha Murthy and Fathima Raj Kilimas CHAPTER 3 CAN ASSORTMENT AND CUSTOMER SERVICE BE DETERMINANTS OF CUSTOMER LOYALTY? AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF THE ONLINE GROCERY INDUSTRY 49 Malabika Purkayastha and Chandra Sen Mazumdar CHAPTER 4 AN ANALYSIS OF GEN Z'S PERCEPTIONS OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED GIG JOBS 69 Asha Mathew, Ishani Chakraborty, and Rajakumar Alagar CHAPTER 5 UNDERSTANDING CREATIVITY: A STUDY OF THE INDIVIDUAL TRAITS OF NOBEL LAUREATES AND THEIR ECOSYSTEMS AND THE IMPLICATIONS ON CORPORATE INNOVATION.. 87 Kaustubh Dhargalkar CHAPTER 6 COGNITIVE BIASES THAT INFLUENCE AND IMPACT THE DECISION-MAKING OF INVESTORS. 113 Arnita Sur , Joseph Durai Selvam , Nagendra BV, and Ganesh. L CHAPTER 7 EXPLORING THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS IN SHAPING TOURIST MOTIVATION FOR RURAL TOURISM... 143 Mahalakshmi S and Bharath. H CHAPTER 8 IMPACT OF CHATGPT ON THE SERVICE SECTOR AND STUDENTS IN INDIA 159 Manushree NK Shah and Kamini Khanna CHAPTER 9 INFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS ON COMPANIES’ MARKETING STRATEGIES. 171 Vijaya Kumar Bhima Rao, Dakshina Murthy, Kiran. G, and Madhava Murthy CHAPTER 10 STOCHASTIC FRONTIER PRODUCTION FUNCTION OF MINOR MILLETS FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE IN MAHARASHTRA DISTRICTS. 197 Vandana Panwar, Sujitsinh Subhash Dubal, and Deepak Gajanan Deshmukh CHAPTER 11 CLUSTERING OF STATES AND UNION TERRITORIES IN INDIA BASED ON CYBERCRIMES 231 Manas Shrivastav, Muthulakshmi Subramanian, Tejaswi Harsh, Vanee Subramanian, Ankit Ajay, Rijan Gaha, Nagendra BV, Joseph Durai Selvam, and Ganesh. L CHAPTER 12 EXPLORING THE GENDER GAP IN VOTER TURNOUT IN THE 2022 GUJARAT ASSEMBLY ELECTION.. 263 Ashutosh Dutt, Ashima Mahto, and Aditya Basu CHAPTER 13 GREEN BANKING: INITIATIVES BY THE INDIAN BANKING SYSTEM TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.. 283 Aniket Subhash Sakhare, Jinal Mukesh Soni, and Shubham Pradip Badgujar

Download or read book The Future Rice Strategy for India written by Samarendu Mohanty and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-06-07 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Future Rice Strategy for India presents forward-looking insights toward achieving sustainable development of the rice sector, ensuring future food and nutritional security. As a staple food for many in India, including the economically disadvantaged, there are many concerns that affect the development of rice sector. Facing issues from environmental demands to economic stagnation, access to food, food inflation, and the Food Security Act (demand – supply – distribution of rice) achieving sustainability in production and exports is an important and urgent challenge. Using case studies to illustrate existing and potential issues, challenges and solutions, The Future Rice Strategy for India presents key strategic options while considering the implicit consequences. In addition, the findings enrich the strategy and policy formulation considerations for the role of rice in the country. This multidisciplinary approach features the expertise of rice scientists covering different aspects of rice sector; from breeding to consumer preferences and markets and trade. - Uses analysis based on agro ecological zones (AEZ) patterns providing understanding of future growth patterns based on rice ecologies - Includes case studies with proposed solutions taking into consideration pros and cons of each, allowing readers facing similar concerns and issues to identify an appropriate solution more efficiently and effectively

Download or read book Innovative Institutions Public Policies And Private Strategies For Agro enterprise Development written by Ralph D Christy and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2014-09-12 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an effort to promote agro-enterprises and agro-industries as viable forms of inclusive development, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and The Cornell International Institute for Food, Agriculture and Development (CIIFAD) in collaboration with the International Association of Agricultural Economists (IAAE), organized an international symposium on the topic “Innovative Institutions, Public Policies, and Private Strategies for Inclusive Agro-Enterprise Development”, as part of the Triennial Meetings of the IAAE held in Foz do lguaçu, Brazil, in August 2012.This book contains the major papers presented at the symposium, which feature a wide range of country and regional experiences and examine the influence of markets and technology transfer to agro-enterprises on food security, poverty, and economic growth. The contributions also identify alternative market access strategies for sustainable economic development. This volume will enrich existing knowledge of agro-enterprises as a channel for promoting inclusive growth and reducing poverty levels across developing and emerging markets.

Download or read book Agribusiness Supply Chain Management written by N. Chandrasekaran and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-03-24 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The agribusiness supply chain includes a number of processes such as supply management, production management, and demand management to customers through a competitive distribution channel. Each step of the way can be plagued with issues such as diversity of production and demand, bulkiness of produce, perishability, and seasonality. Highlighting t

Download or read book Agrobiodiversity a training manual for farmer groups in East Africa written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2018-06-26 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Farmers play a crucial role in the preservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity. In fact, the diversity of species that support our current agricultural production systems has been carefully managed and shaped by farming communities, over the course of the history of humankind. Farmers act as custodian of the Earth’s agrobiodiversity resources, and play a big part in preserving traditional plant and animal varieties, and the knowledge associated with these. FAO has long been working on promoting approaches to agriculture that enable both the sustainable use of biodiversity resources for food and agriculture, and their conservation, and on supporting farmers to make informed decisions on their farm management and production practices. This training manual fits in this broader commitment, to support a shift towards a paradigm of agricultural production that can sustain food and nutrition security while at the same time cause the least harm to natural ecosystems. The manual is intended as an introduction to agricultural biodiversity, and to its relevance to different aspects of agricultural production and management for smallholder farmers in Kenya. It includes eight different training modules, each covering a specific aspect related to agrobiodiversity. The modules are standalone and can be used independently one from the other, depending on the user’s or project’s aim. The materials were originally prepared within the FAO- Netherlands Partnership Programme (FNPP) and have been updated, revised and published under the second phase of the European Union-funded project “Capacity-building related to multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) in Africa, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries”.

Download or read book Save and Grow written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2018-06-22 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book offers a rich toolkit of relevant, adoptable ecosystem-based practices that can help the world's 500 million smallholder farm families achieve higher productivity, profitability and resource-use efficiency while enhancing natural capital.

Download or read book The National Agricultural Directory 2011 written by and published by RainbowSA. This book was released on 2010 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Value Chain Analysis for Policy makers and Practitioners written by Hubert Schmitz and published by International Labour Organization. This book was released on 2005 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Renewable energy for agri food systems Towards the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement written by International Renewable Energy Agency and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2021-11-03 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2021, the United Nations Secretary-General will convene the Food Systems Summit to advance dialogue and action towards transforming the way the world produces, consumes and thinks about food guided by the overarching vision of a fairer, more sustainable world. The Secretary-General will also convene the High-Level Dialogue on Energy (HLDE) to promote the implementation of the energy-related goals and targets of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Given the inextricable linkages between the energy and agriculture sectors, integrating the nexus perspective within the FSS and the HLDE is crucial to formulate a joint vision of actions to advance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement. In this context, IRENA and FAO have decided to jointly develop a report on the role of renewable energy used in food chain to advance energy and food security as well as climate action towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. While energy has a key enabling role in food system transformation and innovation in agriculture, its current use is unsustainable because of the high dependence on fossil fuels and frequent access to energy in developing countries. The challenge is to disconnect fossil fuel use from food system transformation without hampering food security. The use of renewable energy in food systems offers vast opportunities to address this challenge and help food systems meet their energy needs while advancing rural development while contributing to rural development and climate action.

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Download or read book Agricultural Mechanization in Sub Saharan Africa written by Karim Houmy and published by Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO). This book was released on 2013 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The manual work carried out by farmers and their families is often both arduous and time consuming and in many countries this is a major constraint to increasing agricultural production. Such day-to-day drudgery is a major contributoring factor in the migration of people, particularly the young, from the rural countryside to seek the prospect of a better life in the towns and cities. Farm production can be substantially increased through the use of mechanical technologies which both are labor-saving and directly increase yields and production. This document provides guidelines on the development and formulation of an agricultural mechanization strategy and forms part of FAO's approach on sustainable production intensification.

Download or read book Organic Produce Supply Chains in India CMA Publication No 222 written by Sukhpal Sigh  and published by Allied Publishers. This book was released on 2009-06-28 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the production, procurement and marketing aspects of the organic produce sector with the focus on marketing agencies and producers in each commudity/product chain. It analyses the various institutional arrangements like contract farming, networking and producer level co-ordination prevalent in this sector. Based on case studies of various type of organic players in India, both in export market as well as in domestic market.