Research Papers
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Resilience to COVID-19 and Armed Conflict Shocks: Evidence from Nigeria
Published on August 14, 2024
The PRCI Research Paper series shares research from the USAID-funded Feed the Future Innovation Lab, managed by MSU's Food Security Group. It collaborates with global partners to boost local research capacity and promote self-reliance in Africa and Asia. -
Agriculture Trade Linkages of India with the BIMSTEC Region
Published on July 10, 2024
The report explores India’s agricultural trade with BIMSTEC, highlighting macroeconomic shifts, trade liberalization, and export potential. It emphasizes infrastructure improvements and policy reforms for growth. -
Maize Price Shocks, Food Expenditure and the Mediating Role of Access to Market in Ghana
Published on May 14, 2024
Ghana study: Maize price shocks cut bought nutritious food, boost home-grown nutrition. Impact varies; market access, policy crucial for food security. -
Adoption of Sustainable Agricultural Intensification Practices and their Welfare Impacts: Comparative Evidence from Malawi, Uganda and Ethiopia
Published on May 14, 2024
A comparative study in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Uganda shows sustainable practices impact food security, influenced by household dynamics and gender roles. Tailoring interventions to each country's context is crucial for success. -
Crop Production Diversity and the Well-being of Smallholder Farm Households: Evidence from Nigeria
Published on May 14, 2024
The paper explores crop diversification's impact on Nigerian households, finding positive effects, especially for remote areas, shaped by market access and rainfall shocks, informing support strategies. -
Effect of Pesticide Use on Crop Production and Food Security in Uganda
Published on May 14, 2024
Study in Uganda explores pesticide impact on food security: boosts crop yield but not pre-harvest food security. Post-harvest use, regulation, and diversified nutrition recommended for better outcomes. -
Exploring Cooperation in Sustainable Agriculture and Value Addition in BIMSTEC Region
Published on May 8, 2024
The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing regions of the world... -
Opportunities for and Constraints to Women’s Empowerment in Tanzania’s Cashew Value Chain
Published on September 30, 2023
PRCI Research Paper 22. Opportunities for and Constraints to Women’s Empowerment in Tanzania’s Cashew Value Chain -
Confluence of climate, violence, disease, and cost shocks: vulnerability of and impacts on Nigerian Maize Traders
Published on September 6, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #20. Confluence of climate, violence, disease, and cost shocks: vulnerability of and impacts on Nigerian Maize Traders -
Sugarcane Production and Food Security in Uganda
Published on September 1, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #23 Sugarcane Production and Food Security in Uganda -
Institutional Arrangements Between Sugarcane Growers and Millers in Uganda and Implications for Grower Productivity and Profitability
Published on September 1, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #22 Institutional Arrangements Between Sugarcane Growers and Millers in Uganda and Implications for Grower Productivity and Profitability -
The Impact of Chemical Fertilizer Ban on the Paddy Sector: Propensity Score Matching and Value Chain Analysis
Published on September 1, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #21 The Impact of Chemical Fertilizer Ban on the Paddy Sector: Propensity Score Matching and Value Chain Analysis -
Structural Transformation in Rural Ghana: The Trends and Drivers
Published on August 1, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #19. Structural Transformation in Rural Ghana: The Trends and Drivers -
Market Power in Philippine Agricultural Markets
Published on July 26, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #17. Market Power in Philippine Agricultural Markets. -
Linking crop productivity, market participation and technology use among smallholder farmers: Evidence from Uganda
Published on July 26, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #18. Linking crop productivity, market participation and technology use among smallholder farmers: Evidence from Uganda. -
Thailand Seafood Trade Flow and Its Challenges
Published on June 21, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #16. Thailand Seafood Trade Flow and Its Challenges will compare three industries including canned tuna, canned sardines, and frozen shrimp. -
Determinant Factors of Lao Farmers’ Engagement to Agricultural Value Chains: A Case Study of Cassava
Published on May 30, 2023
PRCI Research Paper #15. This study aims to investigate the factors that influence Lao farmers' participation in the cassava value chain. -
Consumption of fruits and vegetables by types and sources across urban and rural Senegal
Published on March 14, 2023
Faye, N. F., Fall, T., Reardon, T., Theriault, V., Ngom, Y., Barry, M. B., & Sy, M. R. (2023). Consumption of fruits and vegetables by types and sources across urban and rural Senegal. Journal of Agribusiness in Developing and Emerging Economies. -
Measuring the Heterogeneous Effects of Input Subsidies on Household Outcomes: Evidence from Malawi
Published on February 7, 2023
Working Paper from the STAAARS+ Fellowship program cohort 2 team from Malawi about input subsidy effects on household outcomes in Malawi. -
Scoping Study of Agriculture Development Strategy of Nepal (ADS) (Five-year achievements)
Published on February 1, 2023
Research Paper 23. Scoping Study of Agriculture Development Strategy of Nepal (ADS) (Five-year achievements)