Papers by Dr. Jacob M Gwa
Babcock Journal of Economics, Banking and Finance ISSN: 2814-130X, Jun 9, 2019
The aim of this paper is to provide insight on the focal literature of
operations and supply ch... more The aim of this paper is to provide insight on the focal literature of
operations and supply chain management in agriculture as it is global
key components for the sustainability. This is crucial because it enables
flow of products and information sharing within the supply chain by
reducing risk and uncertainties factors encountered such as
infrastructure, security, finance, climate change and enabling
environment. The reduction of risk and uncertainty in agricultural
activities encourages farmers engagement into production and market
turnover. Yet, evidence from the literature revealed that most of the
existing information on agricultural supply chain are more focused on
developed countries which demonstrate a lack of information flow on
agricultural supply chain in the developing countries. This review
contributes and provide future research direction for researchers and
practitioners into this new area of research for effective and sustainable
agricultural operation.
BABCOCK JOURNAL OF ECONOMICS BANKING AND FINANCE, 2019
This study examines the optimisation of supply chain flows for nationally important agricultural ... more This study examines the optimisation of supply chain flows for nationally important agricultural products in the developing world, with a particular focus on fertilizer procurement and distribution to farmers in Nigeria. As a farmer in Nigeria who had experienced difficulties with access to inputs, the author was keen to see an effective supply chain system where agricultural produce moved easily and cheaply to the market without affecting its quality, which rarely happened. Later, as an agricultural expert, the author offered support for the development of agricultural products and its supply chain but was frustrated by a lack of infrastructure and unclear policies. This suggested a dysfunctional supply chain, deserving further investigation, from personal interest, and because of its national significance for food production, and importance to individual farmers and their survival. A review of literature identified a gap in the research on supply chain performance of critical agri...
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, 2019
Nigeria's population is increasing but without a corresponding increase in food production, and b... more Nigeria's population is increasing but without a corresponding increase in food production, and because of reduced harvests, due to farming practices and loss of soil nutrients, there is a shortage of food in the country. The use of fertilizers is low, and affected by its availability, accessibility, affordability and proper use. This study explores the determinants of the procurement and distribution of fertilizer in Nigeria by using a supply chain approach. Extensive existing research established a link between operations and supply chain management in agriculture but does not explore the underlying features of supply chains that enable efficient and sustainable operations in developing countries sub-Saharan Africa. Existing literature on agriculture in Nigeria focuses on rural agriculturalists, commercial farmers, and the market structure, but very little research has been conducted on the supply chain of fertilizer, and this study aims to fill that gap. The study concludes that to achieve an efficient and sustainable fertilizer distribution programme in Nigeria, the government should adopt an effective use of sourcing strategy as a short-term approach, to develop needed infrastructure, and adopt further policies for monitoring and evaluation. To deliver the desired outcome on long-term basis, engagement and partnership with
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Papers by Dr. Jacob M Gwa
operations and supply chain management in agriculture as it is global
key components for the sustainability. This is crucial because it enables
flow of products and information sharing within the supply chain by
reducing risk and uncertainties factors encountered such as
infrastructure, security, finance, climate change and enabling
environment. The reduction of risk and uncertainty in agricultural
activities encourages farmers engagement into production and market
turnover. Yet, evidence from the literature revealed that most of the
existing information on agricultural supply chain are more focused on
developed countries which demonstrate a lack of information flow on
agricultural supply chain in the developing countries. This review
contributes and provide future research direction for researchers and
practitioners into this new area of research for effective and sustainable
agricultural operation.
operations and supply chain management in agriculture as it is global
key components for the sustainability. This is crucial because it enables
flow of products and information sharing within the supply chain by
reducing risk and uncertainties factors encountered such as
infrastructure, security, finance, climate change and enabling
environment. The reduction of risk and uncertainty in agricultural
activities encourages farmers engagement into production and market
turnover. Yet, evidence from the literature revealed that most of the
existing information on agricultural supply chain are more focused on
developed countries which demonstrate a lack of information flow on
agricultural supply chain in the developing countries. This review
contributes and provide future research direction for researchers and
practitioners into this new area of research for effective and sustainable
agricultural operation.