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Contract Farming and Value Chains

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy - Additional Topics

Contract farming arrangements link buyers (food processors, retailers) directly with farmers, providing assured markets, quality inputs, and technical support. This can stabilize incomes and reduce post-harvest losses. However, critics worry about exploitive contracts or reduced farmer autonomy. For exam prep, analyze legal frameworks, dispute mechanisms, and global examples (Thailand’s poultry sector). Linking farmers to high-value supply chains (horticulture, dairy) catalyzes rural prosperity but hinges on strong institutional checks.

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