Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011)

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Cocoa Agribusiness Development and Women Farmers' Employment Opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire: An Action Research Study,

Adjo Gbagbo, Côte d'Ivoire Institute for Governance Studies
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18937658
Published: October 5, 2011

Abstract

Côte d'Ivoire is a major cocoa producer in West Africa, with significant employment opportunities for women farmers in its agribusiness sector. An action research approach was employed, involving qualitative interviews and focus group discussions with women cocoa farmers and industry stakeholders. Women farmers reported increased participation in cooperative organizations, which provided them with better access to markets and training opportunities. The study highlights the importance of enhancing women's organisational capacity within cocoa agribusiness for sustainable development. Policy recommendations include strengthening cooperative structures and providing financial support to ensure equitable benefits from cocoa production. Cocoa, Agribusiness Development, Women Farmers, Employment Opportunities

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Adjo Gbagbo (2011). Cocoa Agribusiness Development and Women Farmers' Employment Opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire: An Action Research Study,. African Econometrics Journal, Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18937658

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Côte d'Ivoireagro-businessgender studiesparticipatory action researchrural developmentmicrofinanceempowerment initiatives

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