Côte d’Ivoire has returned to economic growth after stabilising its political situation in 2011. The economy has grown at a rate of 9% per year since 2011, in part due to the emergence of its burgeoning industrial sector. As one of the fastest-growing African economies, with an annual GDP growth rate forecast at 7-7.5% in 2019, Côte d’Ivoire is now promoting sustainable and inclusive growth.
Articles & Analysis | Sow and reap: Rapid development of a vital sector promises increased yields from The Report: Myanmar 2019
On the back of inefficient government policies and limited public expenditure, the agriculture sector dwindled under military rule. However, in the wake of economic liberalisation, increased investment and structural reform, the sector’s potential is ready to be unlocked. In recent years efforts have been made to enhance agricultural output...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Thadoe Hein, Group CEO, Awba: Interview from The Report: Myanmar 2019
What action is required from the government to address the shortfalls related to irrigation, fertiliser, seeds and machinery?
Articles & Analysis | Digital and precision farming practices are poised to bolster global agriculture resiliency from The Report: Myanmar 2019
Against a backdrop of increasingly severe and financially straining climate events and natural disasters, technology is poised to play an important role in maintaining and improving global agricultural output. The adoption of digital and precision farming practices has been shown to improve crop resiliency, and boost productivity and incomes,...
Articles & Analysis | Crop insurance scheme could protect Myanmar farmers against losses from The Report: Myanmar 2019
As part of the government’s broader approach to risk management, the Ministry of Planning and Finance approved the country’s first-ever crop insurance programme for local farmers in early 2018. While crop insurance is available in neighbouring Thailand, India and China, it was a luxury Myanmar farmers had not previously been widely exposed to...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Saleh Mohammed Al Shanfari, CEO, Oman Food Investment Holding Company (OFIC): Interview from The Report: Oman 2019
What specific food-related sectors offer the most sustainable opportunities for investment?