Advances in Agricultural Value Chain Performance: A Comprehensive Review of Stakeholders, Processing Efficiencies, and Institutional Farming Systems: 25498
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https://doi.org/10.35716/IJED-25498
Author: Aruna Kumari A.
Author Address: Vignan Institute of Agriculture and Technology, Vignan's Foundation for Science and Technology Research, Guntur, Tenali Road, Vadlamudi-522213 (Andhra Pradesh)
Abstract
Agricultural value chains have evolved swiftly with the
incorporation of new governance structures, innovative processing technology,
and inclusive institutional frameworks. This
analysis synthesises current developments across four key dimensions: value
chain frameworks, stakeholder roles and linkages, value addition and processing
efficiency, and production dynamics across different farming systems. The findings revealed a significant transition toward
sustainability-oriented models, driven by the integration of digital
technologies, decentralised processing systems, and well-coordinated supply
chain networks. Evidence indicated that value addition at multiple nodes
significantly boosts economic returns, while digital and energy-efficient
technologies improve processing performance and cost competitiveness. Comparative analysis of contract,
non-contract, and FPO-based farming systems indicated that organised models
delivered higher returns, more stable incomes, and reduced exposure to market
risks. The review indicated that increasing institutional
linkages, promoting technology adoption, and expanding farmer aggregation
methods were crucial for establishing resilient, egalitarian, and competitive
agri-food value chains.
Keywords
Cold-chain technologies, market integration, postharvest management, smallholder
competitiveness, supply chain efficiency.
JEL Codes
Q10, Q13, Q18.?