Characterization of the Value Chain of Rice Cultivation in Ecuador

Abstract

The purpose of the research was to identify and characterize the links in the production chain of rice. The study is descriptive, in which a diagnostic tool that was validated by the MAGAP where he summoned the chain links and participatory manner a plan to improve competitiveness chain was applied was determined. The actors of the links were identified, showing serious situation; They are related to climatic anomalies and pest attack snail; However, behind these problems juncture that absorb the attention of private actors and sector authorities, persistent structural problems of low productivity, lack of infrastructure, insufficient financing, market distortions, excessive intermediation difficulties export surplus and potential vulnerability to imports, weak association between producers and conflict between the links, tensions with the state and lack of coordination between the national level.