Agricultural Markets in Benin and Malawi

Based on original trader surveys, this paper examines how agricultural traders operate in Benin and Malawi. Results indicate that the largest transactions costs are search and transport. The use modern technology is limited. Search methods rely principally on personal visits by the trader. Quality c...

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Main Authors: Fafchamps, M, Gabre-Madhin, E
Formato: Working paper
Idioma:English
Publicado: GPRG 2006