The Potential of Plantain Residues for the Ghanaian Bioeconomy—Assessing the Current Fiber Value Web

Loos, Tim K.; Hoppe, Marlene; Dzomeku, B. M.; Scheiterle, Lilli

doi:10.3390/su10124825

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“…The concept of a value web as a more realistic approximation of actual interconnections is supported. This adds to a growing body of evidence that simplistic and linear value chains may be inadequate in the context of actors and exchanges of food and non-food biomass [11,[21][22][23][24][25][26]. The finding is also in line with predictions of increased complexity among actors and exchanges [11].…”

Section: From Value Chains To Multicrop Value Webssupporting

confidence: 74%

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Identifying Biomass-Based Value Webs for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systems Modeling Approach

Anderson

Denich²,

Neumann³

et al. 2019

Sustainability

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Food security in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is dependent on complex networks of interconnected actors and the flows of resources (biomass, capital) and information among them. However, the degree to which actors and value chains of different crops are in fact interconnected and their current systemic influence on food security are unclear. Therefore, the concept of “value webs” to better capture the complexity within the networks emerges. Biomass-based value webs of selected crops in Ghana, Nigeria, and Ethiopia are modeled using the systems analysis software iMODELER and by eliciting factors as well as their interconnections through participatory stakeholder workshops. Furthermore, a generic model was created compiling the country models to identify overarching system dynamics with supporting and hindering factors impacting food security in SSA. Findings from the country models show highly complex value webs, suggesting that the predominant value chain approach may oversimplify actual structures and resource flows in real life settings. However, few interconnections within the value webs link the actors and flows of different crops, contradicting predictions emerging from other research. Results from the generic model allow for a critical reflection on the relation between value web dynamics and food security policy in SSA. Current national and regional policy trends targeting market integration, mechanization, and reduction of post-harvest losses are supported by model results.

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Section: From Value Chains To Multicrop Value Webssupporting

confidence: 74%

“…Based on prior research [23][24][25], we expect the concept of the value web to perform well in terms of revealing otherwise neglected interactions and the complexity of interconnections among actors and flows. We aim to test the hypothesis that a greater integration of value web factors across crops has occurred.…”

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confidence: 99%

Identifying Biomass-Based Value Webs for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systems Modeling Approach

Anderson

Denich²,

Neumann³

et al. 2019

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“…In addition, it is also possible to obtain other chemical compounds and food products, such as secondary metabolites and mushrooms of high nutritional value ( Figure 11 ). Anaerobic digestion and co-digestion [ 45 , 181 ], fermentation, pyrolysis, and gasification [ 44 , 45 , 182 ] stand out among the main techniques, processes, and technologies to improve the transformation of AWB ( Figure 10 ). These last two processes are commonly used for the production of biogas and biofuels [ 52 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

Analysis of the Circular Economic Production Models and Their Approach in Agriculture and Agricultural Waste Biomass Management

Duque-Acevedo

Ureña

Yakovleva

et al. 2020

IJERPH

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As of now, circular economic production models of the circular economy (CEPMs), which include circular economy, bioeconomy, and circular bioeconomy, are among the main tools characterizing development policies in different countries. During the last five years, policies and strategies regarding CEPMs have promoted and contributed to the development of research on this topic. The evolution and most relevant aspects of the three CEPMs previously mentioned have been analyzed from a sample of 2190 scientific publications obtained from the Scopus database. Bibliometric analysis has been used to evaluate the approach of these models in agriculture and to introduce the ways in which they address the management of agricultural waste biomass (AWB). Results show that the circular economy is the most studied and prioritized model in China and most European countries, with the UK leading the way. Germany leads in topics related to the bioeconomy. The management policies and strategies of the circular bioeconomy are key to promoting research focused on AWB valorization since bioenergy and/or biofuel production continue to be a priority.

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“…This approach is appropriate for further understanding the interactions amongst the value chains, pinpointing deficiencies in the use of biomass, and identifying the potential for growth in the entire biomass-based value web [4]. To date, there have been studies that have used the value web concept to analyze the opportunities and challenges of the sugarcane case in Brazil [18] and the potential of plantain residues in Ghana [19]. Figure 1 shows a visualization of the value web concept.…”

Section: Biomass Value Webmentioning

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Opportunities and Challenges in the Ethiopian Bamboo Sector: A Market Analysis of the Bamboo-Based Value Web

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Bamboo is one of the more important natural resources in Ethiopia and contributes to the bioeconomy as a potential source for high-value products. While the country is the largest producer of bamboo in Africa, the existing utilization of the bamboo sector in Ethiopia remains under-developed, with little value addition. This study identifies the current market challenges and opportunities for future developments of the northern Ethiopian bamboo sector, with a focus on the Injibara township. This research adopts the “value web” approach to assess the potentials of different product lines that create the bamboo biomass value web. We utilize qualitative data collection methods, in particular, semi-structured interviews and informal focus group discussions with key stakeholders. Our findings suggest that bamboo farmers in Injibara are constrained by a lack of local demand and market for bamboo products with high-value addition, leading to an absence of product diversification and innovation. Furthermore, there is an overreliance on foreign technology and methods that are poorly matched for local needs. We recommend that policymakers invest in targeted and effective training strategies on bamboo cultivation and processing. Furthermore, farmers can benefit from decreasing their reliance on middle men with cooperatives or contract arrangements.

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The Potential of Plantain Residues for the Ghanaian Bioeconomy—Assessing the Current Fiber Value Web

Cited by 14 publications

References 9 publications

Identifying Biomass-Based Value Webs for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systems Modeling Approach

Identifying Biomass-Based Value Webs for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systems Modeling Approach

Analysis of the Circular Economic Production Models and Their Approach in Agriculture and Agricultural Waste Biomass Management

Opportunities and Challenges in the Ethiopian Bamboo Sector: A Market Analysis of the Bamboo-Based Value Web

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