Introduction to special issue: smallholder value chains as complex adaptive systems

Orr, A and Donovan, J (2018) Introduction to special issue: smallholder value chains as complex adaptive systems. Journal of Agribusiness in Developing and Emerging Economies, 8 (1). pp. 2-13. ISSN 2044-0839

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Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to introduce a new conceptual framework for smallholder value chains based on complex adaptive systems. Design/methodology/approach The authors review the application of the framework to three case studies and explore their implications. The authors reflect on the value of a framework based on complex adaptive systems compared to alternative frameworks. Findings The authors argue that the dynamics of smallholder value chains have received insufficient attention. Research limitations/implications By focusing on these dynamics and on the capacity for adaptation among value chain actors the framework provides a new perspective on smallholder value chains. Originality/value Complex adaptive systems provide a useful framework for analyzing value chain dynamics.

Item Type:	Article
Divisions:	Research Program : East & Southern Africa
CRP:	UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Smallholder value chains, Agriculture, Development, Value chains, Adaptive systems
Subjects:	Others > Smallholder Farmers Others > Smallholder Agriculture Others > Agricultural Economics Others > Value Chains
Depositing User:	Mr Ramesh K
Date Deposited:	28 Feb 2018 06:38
Last Modified:	28 Feb 2018 06:51
URI:	http://oar.icrisat.org/id/eprint/10441
Official URL:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/JADEE-11-2017-0123
Projects:	UNSPECIFIED
Funders:	UNSPECIFIED
Acknowledgement:	This paper forms part of a special section “Smallholder Value Chains as Complex Adaptive Systems.”
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