Vol. 47 Nr. 2/2013: Rural markets
Rural markets play a key role in generating rural income, especially for small farmers. But these markets are often insufficiently developed and/or small farmers cannot access them. What are the reasons behind this, how can markets be better designed to fulfil their key functions and allow effective participation by small farmers despite global change?
Focus
- Why markets matter
- New marketing structures: new chances, new risks
- A boost for inclusive farmer-trader relationships
- Better grain marketing with warehouse receipt systems
- Advocacy for free trade
- Where is food logistics going?
- BioTrade – development opportunities for small farmers in Peru
- Irrigation and markets – a fertile combination for poverty reduction
