Innovative policies and institutions to support agro-industries development

publication date: 15/04/2012
ISBN13: 9789251070369
Format: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 394
ID: 9789251070369
ISBN10: 9251070369

By: Food and Agriculture Organization (author), Nomathemba Mhlanga (editor), Carlos A. Da Silva (editor)Paperback

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Agro-industries are an important source of employment and income generation worldwide, occupying a dominant position in the manufacturing sector of the economy and representing a significant demand driver for agricultural products. As part of its mandate to provide food security for the world's growing population, FAO promotes the development of agro-industries through its technical programs, including activities in the areas of policy advice, capacity building, advocacy, awareness raising and investment promotion. This book represents a contribution of FAO to broaden the understanding of approaches and mechanisms to foster the emergence and sustainability of agro-industries that are competitive and inclusive. With emphasis on experiences from the developing world, the book presents and discusses innovative policies and institutions that are supportive of agro-industries development.