Type | Working Paper |
Title | The agro-processing industry and its potential for structural transformation of the Ghanaian economy |
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Publication (Day/Month/Year) | 2017 |
URL | https://www.econstor.eu/bitstream/10419/161572/1/877968640.pdf |
Abstract | The paper explores the potential of Ghana’s agro-processing industry in contributing to the development and structural transformation of the economy. Although the industry is not well advanced, a number of factors are discussed which make it a viable sector to lead the economy towards sustainable development. The paper documents the evolution of the agro-processing industry, in addition to its contribution to the economy. The importance of government policy and interventions in mitigating challenges faced by the industry is also discussed. Finally, valuechain processes and case studies are provided for key agro-processing sub-sectors of the industry. |
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