Article Guides for value chain development a comparative review

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Purpose – In recent years, governments, donors, and NGOs have increasingly embraced value chain
development (VCD) for stimulating economic growth and combating rural poverty. In line with the rise in
interest, there has been a proliferation of guides for VCD. The purpose of this paper is to present the
results of a review of 11 guides for value chain along six different dimensions, ranging from objectives
and value chain definitions to monitoring impact. The paper concludes with suggestions for the use of
guides based on local needs and context, and recommendations for future guide development.