A Latent Class Approach To Investigating Consumer Demand For Genetically Modified Staple Food In A Developing Country The Case Of Gm Bananas In Uganda
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A Latent Class Approach To Investigating Consumer Demand For Genetically Modified Staple Food In A Developing Country The Case Of Gm Bananas In Uganda
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Author : Enoch Kikulwe, Ekin Birol, Justus Wesseler, José Falck-Zepeda
language : en
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
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A Latent Class Approach To Investigating Consumer Demand For Genetically Modified Staple Food In A Developing Country The Case Of Gm Bananas In Uganda written by Enoch Kikulwe, Ekin Birol, Justus Wesseler, José Falck-Zepeda and has been published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
A Latent Class Approach To Investigating Consumer Demand For Genetically Modified Staple Food In A Developing Country
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Author : Enoch Kikulwe
language : en
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Release Date : 2009
A Latent Class Approach To Investigating Consumer Demand For Genetically Modified Staple Food In A Developing Country written by Enoch Kikulwe and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with categories.
This study explores consumer acceptance and valuation of a genetically modified (GM) staple food crop in a developing country prior to its commercialization. We focus on the hypothetical introduction of a disease-resistant GM banana variety in Uganda, where bananas are among the most important staple crops. A choice experiment is used to investigate consumer preferences for various banana attributes (bunch size, technology, producer benefit and price), and examine their opinions on GM foodstuff. Choice data come from 421 banana-consuming households randomly selected from three regions of Uganda. A latent class model is used to investigate the heterogeneity in consumers' preferences for banana attributes and to profile consumers who are more or less likely to accept GM bananas. Our results reveal that there is significant heterogeneity in consumer preferences across our sample. GM bananas are valued the most by poorer households located in the rural areas of the Eastern region. These food-insecure households would experience the highest benefits (i.e., welfare gains) from the commercial release of GM bananas. In contrast, urban consumers are less accepting of GM bananas, and they would experience significant welfare losses if GM banana is released. According to our welfare estimates, both the total welfare benefits acquired by the gainers, and the total welfare losses borne by the losers of this technology are significant and large. These results suggest the need for further investigation of the overall welfare effects of the introduction of GM bananas on the Ugandan society as a whole.
Decentralization Agricultural Services And Determinants Of Input Use In Nigeria
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Author : Akramov, Kamiljon T.
language : en
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
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Decentralization Agricultural Services And Determinants Of Input Use In Nigeria written by Akramov, Kamiljon T. and has been published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
The substantial differences in agricultural productivity between Asia and Africa can be largely explained by differences in use of modern inputs. The evidence suggests that better access to infrastructure (such as roads and irrigation) and agricultural services has given Asian farmers significantly better access to modern inputs, while Sub-Saharan African farmers without such an access are not able to fully exploit the benefits of modern agricultural inputs. This brief discusses the relationship between agricultural service provision and modern input use by farmers in Nigeria, with a focus on the differences among states and local government areas (LGA).
Rice Production Responses In Cambodia
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Author : Bingxin Yu, Shenggen Fan
language : en
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
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Rice Production Responses In Cambodia written by Bingxin Yu, Shenggen Fan and has been published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
Creating Sustainable Bioeconomies
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Author : Ivar Virgin
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-08-25
Creating Sustainable Bioeconomies written by Ivar Virgin and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-25 with Business & Economics categories.
The growing global demand for food, feed and bio-based renewable material is changing the conditions for agricultural production worldwide. At the same time, revolutionary achievements in the field of biosciences are contributing to a transition whereby bio-based alternatives for energy and materials are becoming more competitive. Creating Sustainable Bioeconomies explores the prospects for biosciences and how its innovation has the potential to help countries in the North (Europe) and the South (Africa) to move towards resource efficient agriculture and sustainable bioeconomies. Throughout the book, the situations of Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa will be compared and contrasted, and opportunities for mutual learning and collaboration are explored. The chapters have been written by high profile authors and deal with a wide range of issues affecting the development of bioeconomies on both continents. This book compares and contrasts the situations of these two regions as they endeavour to develop knowledge based bioeconomies. This volume is suitable for those who are interested in ecological economics, development economics and environmental economics. It also provides action plans assisting policy-makers in both areas to support the transition to knowledge based and sustainable bioeconomies.
How Important Are Peer Effects In Group Lending Estimating A Static Game Of Incomplete Information
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Author : Shanjun Li, Yanyan Liu, Klaus Deininger
language : en
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
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How Important Are Peer Effects In Group Lending Estimating A Static Game Of Incomplete Information written by Shanjun Li, Yanyan Liu, Klaus Deininger and has been published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
Recent Food Prices Movements
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Author : Bryce Cooke
language : en
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
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Recent Food Prices Movements written by Bryce Cooke and has been published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
From 2006 to mid-2008 the international prices of agricultural commodities increased considerably, by a factor larger than two. This upward trend in agricultural prices captured the world's attention as a new food crisis was emerging. Several explanations for these movements in prices, ranging from demand-driven forces to supply shocks, have been provided by analysts, researchers, and development institutions. This paper is an attempt to empirically validate these explanations using time series econometrics and data at monthly frequency. We focus on the international price of corn, wheat, rice, and soybeans. First, we identify variables associated with the factors mentioned as causing the increase in these agricultural commodities prices. Second, we use time series analysis to try to quantitatively validate those explanations. The empirical work presented here includes first difference models and rolling Granger causality tests. Overall, our empirical analysis mainly provides evidence that financial activity in futures markets and proxies for speculation can help explain the observed change in food prices; any other explanation is not well supported by our time series analysis.
Banana Nutrition
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Author : Afam I. O. Jideani
language : en
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Release Date : 2020-01-22
Banana Nutrition written by Afam I. O. Jideani and has been published by BoD – Books on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-22 with Health & Fitness categories.
Banana Nutrition - Function and Processing Kinetics covers the nutritional aspects of the banana plant and fruit. The book contains substantial scientific information written in an easy-to-understand format. The chapters include information on pharmacological aspects of banana; banana bioactives: absorption, utilization, and health benefits; banana pseudo-stem fiber: preparation, characteristics, and applications; banana drying kinetics and technologies; and integrating text mining and network analysis for topic detection from published articles on banana sensory characteristics. All the chapters contain recent advances in science and technology regarding the banana that will appeal to farmers, plant breeders, food industry, investors, and consumers as well as students and researchers. Readers will harness valuable information about the banana in controlling food security and non-communicable nutrition-related human illnesses.
Postharvest Handling
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Author : Robert L. Shewfelt
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2012-12-02
Postharvest Handling written by Robert L. Shewfelt and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-02 with Business & Economics categories.
Postharvest Handling: A Systems Approach introduces a new concept in the handling of fresh fruits and vegetable. Traditional treatments have been either physiologically based with an emphasis on biological tissue or technologically based with an emphasis on storage and handling. This book integrates all processes from production practices through consumer consumption with an emphasis on understanding market forces and providing fresh product that meets consumer expectations. Postharvest physiologists and technologists across the disciplines of agricultural economics, agricultural engineering, food science and horticulture along with handlers of minially-processed products within the fresh produce fruit and vegetable processing industries will find this to be an invaluable source of information. - Uses a systems approach that provides a unique perspective on the handling of fresh fruits and vegetables - Designed with the applied perspective to complement the more basic perspectives provided in other treatments - Provides the integrated, interdisciplinary perspective needed in research to improve the quality of fresh and minimally processed products - Emphasizes that the design of handling systems should be market-driven rather than concentrating on narrow specifics
Agro Industries For Development
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Author : Carlos A. Da Silva
language : en
Publisher: CABI
Release Date : 2009
Agro Industries For Development written by Carlos A. Da Silva and has been published by CABI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Business & Economics categories.
The development of competitive agro-industries is crucial for creating employment and income opportunities as well as enhancing the quality of and demand for farm products. Agro-industries can have a real effect on international development by increasing economic growth and reducing poverty in both rural and urban areas of developing countries. However, in order to avoid adverse effects to vulnerable countries and people, sound policies and strategies for fostering agro-industries are needed. Agro-Industries for Development highlights the current status and future course for agro-industries and brings attention to the contributions this sector can make to international development. The book includes contributions from agro-industry specialists, academic experts and UN technical agencies, chapters address the strategies and actions required for improving agro-industrial competitiveness in ways that can create income, generate employment and fight poverty in the developing world. This book is a co-publication with FAO and UNIDO.