Review on Onion Value Chain Analysis in Ethiopia

Abebe, Agidew

doi:10.19080/nfsij.2018.06.555698

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“…▪ Producers/Farmers: Undertake field operations, from preparation to post-harvest. Major value chain contributors, managing inputs, cultivation, and marketing (Abebe, 2018). ▪ Local Collectors: Middlemen/wholesalers facilitating onion distribution for specific wholesalers and retailers (Getu and Ibrahim, 2018).…”

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“…Evidences revealed that substantial constraints in Ethiopia's onion production and marketing industry, including as access to quality inputs, agronomic practices, extension services, disease management, and market dynamics (AgroBIG, 2016;Abebe, 2018). Despite onions being a vital source of income, issues such as inadequate storage, improper handling and transportation networks, pricing inefficiencies, and market coordination gaps continue to impede sector expansion.…”

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Strategic mapping of onion supply chains: a comprehensive analysis of production and post-harvest processes in Northwest Ethiopia

Yeshiwas,

Alemayehu,

Adgo

2024

Front. Sustain.

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IntroductionOnion is a significant vegetable crop in Ethiopia, serving as a source of income for smallholder farmers. However, various challenges in the production and post-harvest handling processes impede a consistent supply and marketing of the crop. This study focused on a comprehensive analysis of the onion supply chain, ranging from production to post-harvest handling, to address the existing production and marketing processes. The research initiative was undertaken to map the onion supply chain from farmers to consumers, intending to establish an improved marketing system in northwest Ethiopia.MethodsThe study area covered three onion-producing districts of the Amhara Region. Data collection involved interviews, observations, and market assessments using a structured questionnaire. Sampling followed a multistage technique. The analysis included descriptive statistics and food system analysis to map the supply chain and estimate marketing margins.Results and DiscussionPost-harvest loss in onion production presents a major obstacle in the farming sector, impacting its growth. The study identified six alternative channels for onion marketing where different actors are involved throughout the supply chain. Key stakeholders include farmers, local collectors, brokers, transporters, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. Packaging and sorting activities are implemented at different supply chain stages to minimize post-harvest losses. Farm-level activities, including curing, sorting, grading, and ventilating, are crucial for reducing losses. The perishable nature of onion bulbs and the existing production and handling challenges exacerbate post-harvest losses. Efforts to address this challenge demand a comprehensive approach, integrating interventions across the value chain, from improved cultivars and storage infrastructure to enhanced market access strategies. Hence, stakeholders and governmental organizations are urged to promote onion value-addition technologies, including the establishment of processing industries. Such endeavors promote collaborative efforts across the onion supply chain, ensuring sustainable benefits for producers and traders.

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Section: Supply Chain Actors and Dynamicsmentioning

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Strategic mapping of onion supply chains: a comprehensive analysis of production and post-harvest processes in Northwest Ethiopia

Yeshiwas,

Alemayehu,

Adgo

2024

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“…In 2019, at least 2,300 hectares of farmland were planted with onions in this municipality (Business Mirror, 2020). Indeed, this industry has become a source of livelihood for farm owners, workers, and traders (Abebe, 2018;Etana, Aga, & Fufa, 2019;Fabrice, Yann, & Kémal, 2018).…”

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The plight of the onion industry in the onion capital of the Philippines: Basis for intervention strategies

Domingo¹

2023

5005

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The study aimed to assess the plight of the onion industry in Bongabon, Nueva Ecija, dubbed the onion capital of the Philippines. The study employed a descriptive methodology. A total of 184 onion farmers from Bongabon, Nueva Ecija, served as respondents. The study revealed that most of the farmer respondents were “kasama” or tenants to the land owners. Farmers borrowed capital from trader-capitalists to finance their farm operations. Significant problems faced by onion farmers included the rising cost of farm inputs because they are imported, which could greatly affect net returns. Farm mechanization was limited, and a shortage of farm laborers was prevalent. Weather conditions and the severity of pest infestation influenced the volume of harvests. The difficulties were further aggravated by the farmers’ suspicion of price manipulation by big-time traders and unregulated importation directly competing with the price of local onions. Storing onions in cold storage facilities was the last recourse when the farmgate price was low. Based on the results of the study, intervention strategies are proposed that may be considered by concerned agencies when designing policies, programs, and projects to help the local farmers take advantage of the promising opportunities in onion growing and eventually improve the onion industry’s competitiveness in general.

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“…Onion production and marketing has an important role in poverty reduction through employment generation and creating job opportunities for smallholders [3]. The demand for onion products is increasing while supply is lagging.…”

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Determinants of Onion Marketed Among Smallholder Producers in Gemechis District, West Hararghe Zone, Oromia National Regional State of Ethiopia

Abrahim¹,

Alamerie²,

Ademe³

2021

IJAE

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Onion plays a crucial role in enhancing food security and generates income for the smallholder farmers of Ethiopia. This paper was attempted to analyze the determinants of onion supplied to the market in Gemechis District, Oromia Region of Ethiopia. Data for the study were collected from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data were collected by household survey using a pre-tested structured questionnaire and key informant interview using checklists. The data were collected from 176 farmers. The collected data was analyzed using both descriptive statistics and econometric model. The descriptive statistics was used to analyze the socio-economic characteristics of smallholder farmers and econometric model was used to determine the factors affecting onion supplied to the market. The results of two-stage least square regression model showed that quantity of onion supplied to the market was significantly and positively influenced by the endogenous quantity of onion produced. In addition, distance from nearest market, non/off farming income, land allocated and lagged price significantly affect the onion marketed. The study findings suggest the need to improve rural road infrastructure, intensification of land to compensate through cash crop production and efficient utilization of the existing limited farm land and encourage investment on off/non-farm incomes as well as onion production.

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Review on Onion Value Chain Analysis in Ethiopia

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Strategic mapping of onion supply chains: a comprehensive analysis of production and post-harvest processes in Northwest Ethiopia

Strategic mapping of onion supply chains: a comprehensive analysis of production and post-harvest processes in Northwest Ethiopia

The plight of the onion industry in the onion capital of the Philippines: Basis for intervention strategies

Determinants of Onion Marketed Among Smallholder Producers in Gemechis District, West Hararghe Zone, Oromia National Regional State of Ethiopia

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