Smallholder rice producers have limited demand for their locally produced rice due to the
complex market outlets choice decisions challenges they become confronted with as well as …

The paper presents the results of analysis conducted to empirically establish the role of
social network in smallholder farmers' decision to join seed producer cooperative, in …

There are several hurdles to ensure sustainable seed production and consistent flow of
improved legume varieties in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) and South Asia (SA). The unreliable …

In Ethiopia, seed is a key input for improving crop production and productivity. Despite its
role, several improved crop seeds has been limitedly used by the majority of farmers in …

Rice farmers in developing countries are often vulnerable to drought which can drastically
reduce yields. Stress‐tolerant rice varieties (STRVs) can mitigate this vulnerability, as can …

Introduction Entrepreneurship in agricultural sector is a key enabler of rural development
and economic growth. This research delves into the entrepreneurial behavior of vegetable …

Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is an essential crop in Ethiopia and the Central Rift
Valley of Oromia regional state for food and cash. However, the actual grain yield of …

Purpose This study explores value-added food products in smallholder dairy farming in
developing countries by analyzing external pressures, supply chain learning, farmer …

CONTEXT: Despite the significant roles that intermediary seed systems play in the supply of
quality seeds in developing countries, including Africa south of the Sahara, the knowledge …

Efficient agricultural markets can be a bedrock for diverse economy-wide benefits ranging
from improvements in resource use to price stabilisation. However, as is the case with most …