This study examines the domestic and international orange value chains within Muheza district, Tanzania. The thesis was conducted as part of a project examining the fruit farming systems and the value chains that they supply with raw material . The research though a field study conducted into the region, …

Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) is one of the important vegetables in Rwandese diet, since it is rich in health valued food components such as carotenoids (Lycopene), ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), vitamin E, folate and dietary fibers. The post harvest loss in tomatoes has been estimated to be about 20-30% …

The theme of the research is “Possibility of introducing smallholder Beef Cattle Farmers Association as a starting point to develop the beef chain and improve their income in Arua district, Uganda”. The study was carried out in two Sub Counties of Arua district, Uganda. The objective was to investigate …

Several measures are used to assess the performance of the marketing system. The measures include quantity of milk, price, source of credit, access to commercial feeds and access to breeding services. The study also considers the role of infrastructure component in enhancing the marketing system. Data …

Lectorale rede in verkorte vorm uitgesproken op 4 juni 2008 ter gelegenheid van de aanvaarding van het lectorschap Antroposofische Gezondheidszorg aan Hogeschool Leiden.

In deze publicatie geven de vier schrijvers verschillende oplossingsrichtingen om die transitie naar een nieuw, duurzaam landbouwsysteem vorm te geven. Met een andere relatie tussen voedselproductie en natuur en milieu. Het is de - noodzakelijke - basis voor een goed landbouwakkoord. En de manier om …

In this publication, the four authors provide several solution directions to shape that transition to a new, sustainable agricultural system. With a different relationship between food production and nature and the environment. It is the - necessary - basis for a good agricultural agreement. And the …