INTRODUCTION
A value chain is a set of linked activities that work to add value to a product; it consists of actors and actions that improve a product while linking commodity producers to processors and markets. Agriculture value chains encompasses the flow of products, knowledge and information, finance, payments, and the social capital needed to organize producers and communities. These includes activities such as designing, production, marketing, distribution and support services up to the final consumer.
This approach combines the strengths of value chain analysis with the promotion of sustainable market-based solutions (MBSs) that respond to the recurrent needs of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, (MSMEs) including farmers. Value chain analysis is important in understanding markets, inter-firm relationships, and critical constraints that limit growth and industry competitiveness. Collaboration among all the actors in the value chain at all levels to address value chain constraints can result in MBS that are sustainable in the long run and that do not render markets failures and information asymmetry. This training course aims at guiding participants towards development of sustainable value chains.
DURATION
5 days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is intended for various actors in the Agriculture Extension (Agricultural extension officers, senior agricultural officials and policy makers) working with communities, in governments, funding agencies, Research organizations and non-government organizations among others for Agriculture support activities and other Development programmes.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Introduction to Value Chain Development
Value Chain Project Design Overview
Agriculture Value Chain interventions
Risk Identification and Management in Value Chains
Strengths & Constraints Analysis in Value Chains
Gender Engagement in Value Chains
Market Linkages in Value Chain
We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs.
Our courses are carefully curated to keep you abreast of latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices. We employ a variety of teaching methodologies, including hands-on workshops, case studies, and interactive sessions, all aimed at fostering an engaging and effective learning environment. Our expert instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, providing our clients with insights that can be immediately applied in their professional lives.
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Our courses are designed to challenge and inspire professionals to step out of their comfort zones and explore new horizons. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, our programs help professionals refine their existing skills and acquire new ones, making them more versatile and competitive.
# | Job Title | Organisation | Country |
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1 | The Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL Plc.) | Kenya | |
2 | Head of FS at MOAD | Moad Capital | Kenya |
3 | Senior Research and Strategy | Agriculture and Food Authority | Kenya |
4 | Catholic Relief Services Ethiopia | Ethiopia |