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Abstract : "Different certification schemes have been emerged as a source of significant and innovative revenue for standard setting and livelihood promotion in the environmental realm. This study examines the potential for group organic certification of coffee to contribute to socio-economic and environmental sustainability in the selected rural regions of Nepal. Data were collected by using semi-structured interviews as well as by conducting focus group discussion in Gulmi and Kavrepalanchok districts, Nepal. Three dimensional income sources realized from coffee farm in Nepal- mainly from coffee, shed trees, and inter crops. The findings revealed that group organic certification plays positive role on smallholders’ livelihoods. Certification is seen as a catalyst to enter international markets coupled with environmental and social benefits. The regression analysis indicated experience in coffee cultivation, altitude of farm and the certification dummy as the key determining factors on household income from coffee sector. Findings suggest that participation in group organic certification increases farmers’ welfare through increased income and environmental features."
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CDTM de Paris
Centre de ressources sur le commerce équitable
