IFPRI Agricultural Market Systems Analysis
Overview
A two-year research programme examining market system dynamics, price transmission, and trader behaviour across maize and bean markets in Northern and Eastern Uganda. Informed World Food Programme targeting decisions and government grain price stabilisation policies.
Research Objectives
Analyse market linkages, price dynamics, and value chain structures affecting smallholder farmers
Identify key barriers and enabling factors affecting programme uptake and long-term sustainability
Generate actionable policy recommendations for government and development partners at national and regional level
Methodology
This project used rigorous mixed-methods research approaches including household surveys, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and quantitative data analysis. Data collection followed internationally recognised protocols with multiple rounds of quality assurance and enumerator supervision.
Key Findings
Findings from this project have been used to inform policy decisions at national and regional level. The evidence has been shared with government ministries, development partners, and implementing organisations through policy briefs and stakeholder workshops.
Request the full research reportTimeline
Start
1 June 2021
End
31 December 2022