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Yade, Mbaye; Chohin-Kuper, Anne; Kelly, Valerie A.; Staatz, John M.; Tefft, James F.. |
In this paper, we analyze the progress made in realizing this anticipated boost in economic growth for three agricultural subsectors: cereals, livestock/meat, and horticultural products. We begin with a discussion of the agricultural sector in general, based on an overview of the trends in macroeconomic indicators following the devaluation (section 2). Section 3 examines changes in the trading environment and the reaction of markets to these changes. Section 4 describes the responses of producers and traders to the new opportunities offered by the devaluation; the analysis looks at input/output price trends, trading opportunities and their impact on production. We conclude in section 5 by evaluating the results obtained, drawing conclusions about the... |
Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: International Relations/Trade. |
Ano: 1999 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/11621 |
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Tefft, James F.; Yade, Mbaye; Kelly, Valerie A.; Penders, Christopher L.; Staatz, John M.. |
The document identified five priority areas on which to focus future development plans and projects: 1) human resource development; 2)institutional capacity building; 3) rapid and sustainable development of agricultural production; 4) economic growth and diversification; 5) greater regional integration and ties to the world economy. Recognizing that several of these priorities reached beyond its mandate, CILSS recommended that other more qualified regional organizations (ECOWAS, UEMOA) assume their responsibilities in pursuing these objectives. This paper analyzes the past performance, potential for and challenges facing the agricultural sector in the Sahel, focusing on the factors critical to increasing household income and improving food security in the... |
Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Industrial Organization. |
Ano: 2000 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/11547 |
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