Factors linked to competitiveness of the taro supply chain in Veracruz, Mexico.

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https://doi.org/10.22231/asyd.v20i3.1409

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agroecosystems, chain, commercialization, distribution, taro

Abstract

The competitiveness of any agricultural product depends on the efficiency of the supply chain. Until now, the competitiveness factors of the taro (Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott) supply chain have remained undetermined. The issue in terms of research lies in the lack of studies concerning taro supply chain competitiveness and associated factors. The objective was to determine the factors associated with the competitiveness of the taro supply chain and define a competitiveness model. Competitiveness was assessed, based on three key factors: production management (PM), administrative management (AM) and business performance (BP). A questionnaire was applied to 47 people involved in the supply chain. We found a significant relationship between the discerned factors and variables. The variables related to competitiveness were: proximity to importing countries and ability to obtain high yields. PM (0.845**), AM (0.756**) and BP (0.717**) manifested highly significant correlation (P < 0.05, two-sided). The overall competitiveness value for the taro supply chain was 6.3. The factors that contribute most to competitiveness are non-economic, such as production capacity, demand estimate, flexibility and sales planning. Economic factors, totally beyond the control of chain agents include: production costs, distribution and international prices. We concluded that three factors involved in the taro supply chain accord it competitive advantage.

Author Biographies

Mónica Elena Parra Melchor, Colegio de Postgraduados

Master of Science in Tropical Agroecosystems, Postgraduate College,
Research Assitent, Colegio de Postgraduados, Campus Veracruz
Profesional Residence, Colegio de Postgraduados, Campus Veracruz
Auxiliar Teacher, Telebachillerato Los Altos, Ver
Master of Science, Colegio de Postgraduados, Programa en Agroecosistemas Tropicales
Bachellor on GestionEnginer -Empresarial. Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Perote, Veracruz

Arturo Perez Vazquez, Colegio de Postgraduados, Campus Veracruz

Campus Veracruz

Postgrado en Agroecosistemas Tropicales

Profesor Investigador Titular

Ezequiel Arvizu-Barrón, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo

Research professor. Conacyt Chair attached to the Chapingo Autonomous University

Academic background: A) 2013-2014.Postdoctorate in the Doctorate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Popular Autonomous University of Puebla. B) 2008-2012 PhD in Rural Development Studies. Postgraduate College. C) 2005-2006 Master of Science in Economics. Postgraduate College. D) 1999-2003 International Trade of Agricultural Products. Chapingo Autonomous University.

Nal System of Research: Candidate

Jonás Velasco Álvarez, CENTRO DE INVESTIGACIÓN EN MATEMÁTICAS A.C.-CONACYT

Master of Science in Systems Engineering and a Doctorate in Engineering with a specialty in Systems Engineering from the Autonomous University of Nuevo León. He is a member of the National System of Researchers at Level I within the Area of Physics, Mathematics and Earth Sciences.

Alberto Asiain Hoyos, Dr, Colegio de Postgraduados

University of Stirling: Stirling, Scotland, GB
2000 -09 to 2009 Doctor Philosophiae
Center for Research and Advanced Studies Mérida Unit: Merida, Yucatán, MX
1987 -09 to 1991 -05 | Master of Science in Marine Biology
Technological Institute of the Sea: Boca del Río, Veracruz, MX
1983 -09 to 1987 -07 | Fisheries Engineer in Aquaculture (Aquaculture)


SNI Member: Level I

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Parra Melchor, M. E., Perez Vazquez, A., Arvizu-Barrón, E., Velasco Álvarez, J., & Asiain Hoyos, A. (2023). Factors linked to competitiveness of the taro supply chain in Veracruz, Mexico. Agricultura, Sociedad Y Desarrollo, 20(3), 266–282. https://doi.org/10.22231/asyd.v20i3.1409

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