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A Systematic Literature Review on Agricultural Value Chain Analysis

Author(s) Mr. Khem Raj Sharma, Prof. Sanjeet Singh, Mr. Yash Pal
Country India
Abstract Abstract: Value chain analysis is extensively used as a diagnostic tool to identify and tackle complex challenges throughout value chains in the context of agricultural development. Although, the method is mainly qualitative and static, offering limited capacity to capture the dynamic interactions and connections between components from production to consumption within a complex system. We carried out a systematic literature review through PRISMA Methodology to synthesize the fundamental reasons for applying system dynamics in value chain analysis to identifying the value chain functions, actors, efficiency, constraints, and to assess the value added along the value chain, explore how it has been implemented. Based on the reviews of various studies related to the agricultural value chain and the key insights identified, the following important factors contribute to the development of the value chain and market performance of agricultural: Strengthening the connections between value chain actors is essential to enhance the efficiency of the chain. This linkage allows the actors to learn from each other and share experiences about market conditions, especially when these connections are sustained throughout the chain. Most studies have used Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) to assess the efficiency of distribution channels and actors, offering a strong comparative perspective on their performance. Building on this, the paper highlights gaps in existing agricultural value chain research: 1) The integration of the SCP analysis framework with other approaches is lacking; 2) There has been little investigation into the causes of mark ups through actors or their market power.
Keywords Value chain, Agricultural, Efficiency of Actors
Field Sociology > Economics
Published In Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-21

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