Challenges of local market development for small holder ecologically friendly products

This document presents the challenges of local market development for small holder ecologically friendly products. It states that organic agriculture in Myanmar remains small, with the organic market still in its early stages compared to neighboring countries. Limited awareness of chemical risks, inconsistent and low supply, and the past absence of a certification body have hindered growth. Certification programs like MOGPA’s help build trust among consumers and retailers, but due to the weak market, certified products are often sold as conventional goods.

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Type of ALiSEA product Agroecology Insights
Title Challenges of local market development for small holder ecologically friendly products
Description This document presents the challenges of local market development for small holder ecologically friendly products. It states that organic agriculture in Myanmar remains small, with the organic market still in its early stages compared to neighboring countries. Limited awareness of chemical risks, inconsistent and low supply, and the past absence of a certification body have hindered growth. Certification programs like MOGPA’s help build trust among consumers and retailers, but due to the weak market, certified products are often sold as conventional goods.
Agroecology Category
  • Integrated systems
  • Soil health
  • Economy and income
  • Nutrition and diets
  • Sustainable food system
Agroecology Keyword
  • Organic agriculture
  • Crop rotation
  • Income
  • Production costs
  • Food safety
  • Certification
Contributing organisations ALiSEA, GRET, YAU
Author Theingi Myint
Year 2017
Type of document Presentation
Language English
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Country Myanmar
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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