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The Contribution of Off-Takers to Sustainable Agricultural Cluster Businesses

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The agricultural sector is a cornerstone of many developing economies, supporting millions of livelihoods, contributing significantly to GDP, and ensuring food security and social stability. This study explores the crucial role of off-takers in enhancing the resilience and sustainability of agricultural clusters. Through predetermined purchase agreements, off-takers offer market certainty, stabilize income for smallholder farmers, and provide essential support in capital access, technical assistance, and technology adoption. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method and secondary data analysis, along with a case study focusing on an agricultural cluster in West Java, Indonesia, this research highlights how off-takers contribute to price stability, promote entrepreneurial skills among farmers, and foster social entrepreneurship. The findings emphasize the importance of building strategic partnerships between farmers, off-takers, and government entities to strengthen agricultural competitiveness, support sustainable rural economies, and ensure food security. Practical recommendations are provided for policymakers and stakeholders to optimize off-taker engagement in agricultural clusters, thereby fostering thriving agricultural ecosystems and economic prosperity in rural communities.

Source: Sustainability

DOI: 10.3390/su162310475

Authors: Asep Mulyana, Teten Masduki, Wa Ode Zusnita Muizu, Tri Febrianti, Dara Sagita Triski

Institution: Padjadjaran University

Language: English

Topic: Agriculture and Agroindustry Studies

Subfield: General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Zero hunger, No poverty, Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,728