Why Are You Poor As A Farmer ?
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This page features a single, lengthy post by one author analyzing the structural reasons for farmer poverty in Africa, specifically focusing on value chain positioning and the lack of processing capabilities. The author argues that farmers remain poor because they sell raw materials to middlemen who control branding and distribution, rather than engaging in a back-and-forth discussion or sharing specific trade details.
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citing specific examples from Côte d'Ivoirereferencing economic concepts like value chains and USD vs Naira
“The poverty of farmers in Africa isn't accidental, it's structural, and deeply tied to positioning within the value chain.”
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“The farmer who touches the ground who plants, tends, and harvests is at the bottom of the food chain.”
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“They sell raw, unroasted, underpriced and wonder why they stay poor.”
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