Publication
Jan 2011
Using value chain analysis for the case of the pineapple sector in Ghana and extensive data from the European market, this paper tries to shed light on the feasibility and profitability of organic small-scale production. Even though smallholders tend to have quality problems with their fruit and large farms benefit from economies of scale, production for the export market is a realistic option for both organic and conventional smallholders.
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Author | Linda Kleeman |
Series | Kiel Institute Working Papers |
Issue | 1671 |
Publisher | Kiel Institute for the World Economy |
Copyright | © 2011 Kiel Institute for the World Economy |