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    <title>Journal of Applied Agricultural Economics and Policy Analysis</title>
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    <description>Agricultural economics or agronomics is an applied field of economics concerned with the application of economic theory in optimizing the production and distribution of food, and fiber.  Main topics include Agricultural environment and natural resources, food and consumer economics, production economics and farm management, and development economics. Agricultural economics influences food policy, agricultural policy, and environmental policy.</description>
    <dc:publisher>Science and Education Publishing</dc:publisher>
		<dc:language>en</dc:language>
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		6
		1
		January 2023
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Insights into Fresh Vegetable Supply: Perspectives of Kathmandu Valley's Wholesale Suppliers
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<![CDATA[This comprehensive study delves into the intricate challenges and dynamics characterizing the wholesale vegetable markets in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. It sheds light on the pervasive issues confronting local producers, ranging from the absence of robust market structures to the frequent price fluctuations that erode profit margins. The study underscores the profound influence of intermediaries, hindering farmers from reaping expected profits while driving up distribution costs, ultimately impacting consumers. It emphasizes that Nepal's agricultural landscape is predominantly rooted in subsistence farming, hampered by inadequate infrastructure and a lack of support for modernization and supply chain development. Inadequate market access and the absence of storage and processing facilities contribute to significant post-harvest losses, exacerbating the challenges faced by farmers. The study also highlights the substantial profit margins enjoyed by middlemen and the competitive pressures imposed by Indian vegetable imports. In response to these multifaceted challenges, the research aims to discern strategies to enhance market conditions and bolster local farmers. However, the study acknowledges certain limitations, including its exclusive focus on wholesale markets within Kathmandu Valley and potential data gaps stemming from inadequate record-keeping. Nonetheless, it offers invaluable insights into the complexities of Nepal's vegetable supply chain, providing actionable recommendations to improve market efficiency, reduce losses, and ensure equitable profits for domestic producers, ultimately fostering the growth of the agricultural sector in the region.]]>
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<dc:creator>
Anisha  Giri
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<dc:date>2023-11-21</dc:date>
<dc:publisher>Science and Education Publishing</dc:publisher>
<prism:publicationDate>2023-11-21</prism:publicationDate>
<prism:number>1</prism:number>
<prism:volume>6</prism:volume>
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<prism:doi>10.12691/jaaepa-6-1-1</prism:doi>
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