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Modeling Dynamic Processes in Smallholder Dairy Value Chains in Nicaragua: A System Dynamics Approach
International Journal on Food System Dynamics
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Modeling Dynamic Processes in Smallholder Dairy Value Chains in Nicaragua: A System Dynamics Approach
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Lie, Helene
Rich, Karl M |
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System dynamics; value chain; group model building; dairy; Nicaragua
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| Description |
In Nicaragua, the production of dairy and beef is the most important source of household income for many smallholder producers. However, erratic volumes and quality of milk limit the participation of small- and medium-scale cattle farmers into higher-value dairy value chains. This research uses a system dynamics (SD) approach to analyze the Matiguás dairy value chain in Nicaragua. The paper presents the conceptual framework of the model and highlights the dynamic processes in the value chain, with a focus on improving feeding systems to achieve higher milk productivity and increased income for producers. The model was developed using a participatory group model building (GMB) technique to jointly conceptualize and validate the model with stakeholders.
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CentMA
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2016-08-28
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info:eu-repo/semantics/article
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application/pdf
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http://centmapress.ilb.uni-bonn.de/ojs/index.php/fsd/article/view/744
10.18461/ijfsd.v7i4.744 |
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International Journal on Food System Dynamics; Vol 7, No 4 (2016); 328 - 340
1869-6945 |
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eng
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http://centmapress.ilb.uni-bonn.de/ojs/index.php/fsd/article/view/744/638
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Copyright (c) 2016 International Journal on Food System Dynamics
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