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WORLD DEVELOPMENT
卷 31, 期 11, 页码 1845-1863出版社
PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.worlddev.2003.04.001
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innovation; systems; development; agriculture; post-harvest; poverty
This paper reviews a recent donor-funded project concerning the introduction of post-harvest technology to poor hill farmers in India. Rather than conform to conventional development aid projects of either a research or an interventionist nature, it combines both approaches in a research-action program, which has more in common with a business development approach than a formal social science One. An important conclusion is that the work (and apparent success) of the project is consistent with an understanding of development that emphasizes the importance of innovation systems. It is also an example of the importance of continuous learning and of institutional change. In contrast to much conventional development aid, it is an interesting example of how projects can actually lead to long-term sustainable changes that survive the withdrawal of the donor, having built capacity that truly means self-sufficiency. It is therefore an approach that deserves careful consideration on the part of all participants in international development. (C) 2003 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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