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Vulnerability and adaptation of rice value chains in Benue State, Nigeria

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  • Fanen Terdoo

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This study provides a synchronic baseline assessment of the complexities of the rice value chains (RVCs) in Benue State, Nigeria. Data sets were drawn from face-to-face (n = 72) interviews with RVCs' actors (growers, millers, and traders) in three study areas. The vulnerability scoping diagrams (VSDs) were applied to help examine the components of RVCs actors' exposure, sensitivity, and adaptation practices in detail. The results highlighted uneven vulnerabilities among the RVCs' actors based on geographical location, cropping, milling, market system, and spatio-temporal dynamics. In addition to uncovering specific interactions of the effects of vulnerability with the downstream components of the RVCs, this study found several adaptation practices that were not only characterised by trade-offs and uncertainties but resulted in maladaptation outcomes that increased vulnerability. This study emphasises the importance of taking into account the effects of multiple interactions of vulnerability with actors along the chain when developing vulnerability reduction and resilience-building strategies.

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  • Fanen Terdoo, 2024. "Vulnerability and adaptation of rice value chains in Benue State, Nigeria," African Journal of Economic and Sustainable Development, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 9(3), pages 177-200.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ajesde:v:9:y:2024:i:3:p:177-200
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