There is now universal agreement on the crucial role of SMEs – which comprise the bulk of businesses in developing countries – particularly in creating jobs. Nevertheless, there are many […]Continue Reading
The World Bank’s World development report was first published in 2008. It was co-written by Alain de Janvry and Elisabeth Sadoulet among others and it highlighted agriculture as “an essential […]Continue Reading
Promoting local agricultural production in an emerging country: the example of Les Vergers du Mékong
By promoting the fruit, coffee and tea production of smallholders in Vietnam, which is subsequently processed locally into products with high added value, Les Vergers du Mékong ensures profitability while […]Continue Reading
Unemployed youth in Nigeria are estimated at over 60%. As this figure increases, so does the risk of insurgencies. The solution could come from agriculture; yet young smallholders face the […]Continue Reading
Africa continues to suffer from extreme poverty and malnutrition and the agri-food sector faces numerous challenges. Contract farming can boost value chain efficiency by enhancing coordination between stakeholders Continue Reading
Agricultural programmes are a preferred instrument to achieve positive impact on local communities. Today’s DFIs, including Proparco, are looking for financial results but also aim to achieve economic, social and Continue Reading
Discover the video of the 31th issue of Private Sector & Development presented by Edouard Buffière, Environmental and Social Specialist (E&S) and Jean-Baptiste Jouve,Investment Officer at ProparcoContinue Reading
The coffee sector, a source of income for 25 million producers around the world, is faced with social and environmental challenges which have led to it being a focus of […]Continue Reading
Agribusiness and its role in economic development has given rise to much debate. Although it is frequently perceived in terms of negative externalities, it remains a solid vector for creating […]Continue Reading
