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Towards inclusive and sustainable vegetable value chains in Odisha: Some policy recommendations

2026Narayanan, Sudha; Belton, Ben
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Towards inclusive and sustainable vegetable value chains in Odisha: Some policy recommendations

Odisha grows about 10.9 million tons of vegetables in 2023-24 from 0.77 million hectares, representing about 8% of Gross Cropped Area. In recent years, it has witnessed a significant increase in vegetable production and is presently the 7th largest vegetable growing state in India accounting for over 5% of national vegetable production. At the same time, there is a perception that demand for vegetables far outstrips supply; consequently, the state depends on other states to make up the shortfall in supply. The Government of Odisha has focused on increasing vegetable production with a range of innovative policies and has recognized that vegetable farming as a key pathway to agricultural commercialization and doubling farmers’ incomes. Against this backdrop, we undertook an ambitious research effort as part of a larger project titled INCATA to document the pace and nature of transformation of vegetable value chains in Odisha. The study comprised many components, including rapid reconnaissance visits to 19 districts in the state, secondary data analysis and qualitative case studies. Our research culminated a large-scale survey of 5640 value chain actors (farmers, inputs suppliers, wholesalers, commission agents and retailers). In addition, we documented the profile of 11,800 traders across 158 vegetable markets and 35,913 households in vegetable growing villages in 24 blocks and 6 districts as part of a listing exercise. We summarize the results of this study in a series of project notes and research briefs. This policy note aims to distill lessons from the study to identify a set of policy interventions.

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2026

Authors

Narayanan, Sudha; Belton, Ben

Citation

Narayanan, Sudha; and Belton, Ben. 2026. Towards inclusive and sustainable vegetable value chains in Odisha: Some policy recommendation. INCATA Policy Note 1. Washington, DC: International Food Policy Research Institute.

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India

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Asia; Southern Asia; Inclusion; Sustainability; Value Chains; Vegetables; Policies

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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Small-scale commercial vegetable farming in Odisha: Who is involved, how is it changing, and how inclusive is it?

2026Belton, Ben; Narayanan, Sudha
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Small-scale commercial vegetable farming in Odisha: Who is involved, how is it changing, and how inclusive is it?

The research project “Tracking commercial small-scale producers for inclusive agricultural transformation” (INCATA) studied the relationships between commercial small-scale producers (farmers) and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), to understand whether and how these relationships could contribute to inclusive agricultural transformation.

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2026

Authors

Belton, Ben; Narayanan, Sudha

Citation

Belton, Ben; and Narayanan, Sudha. 2026. Small-scale commercial vegetable farming in Odisha: Who is involved, how is it changing, and how inclusive is it? INCATA Research Brief 1. Washington, DC: International Food Policy Research Institute.

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India

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Asia; Southern Asia; Small-scale Farming; Vegetables; Value Chains; Smallholders

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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Changes in work participation across genders in rural India: Evidence from 2019 and 2024 time use surveys

2026Kumar, Anjani; Bathla, Seema; Singh, Dhiraj K.
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Changes in work participation across genders in rural India: Evidence from 2019 and 2024 time use surveys

This study examines gendered patterns of time use in rural India using nationally representative time use surveys from 2019 and 2024, capturing shifts in labor force participation amid significant socioeconomic changes, including the COVID-19 pandemic. The analysis reveals a notable rise in rural women’s labor force participation—from 32 percent to 35.9 percent in agriculture—with a 38 percent increase in their paid agricultural work time. However, this progress coexists alongside entrenched gender disparities in unpaid domestic work, where women continue to spend nearly five hours daily, limiting their engagement in nonagricultural employment, which remains male-dominated and stagnant for women. Using multivariate regression and Gelbach decomposition, the study identifies gender, landholding, education, income, and caste as significant determinants of time allocation. Yet, much of the increase in women’s work time is driven by unobserved factors, likely linked to post-pandemic livelihood adjustments and structural constraints. The findings underscore that recent gains in women’s participation reflect genuine shifts rather than statistical artefacts but caution that without addressing time poverty, gender norms, and access to diversified livelihoods, these gains may not translate into sustainable empowerment. The paper calls for integrated policy measures, including gender-responsive agricultural support, public care infrastructure, skill development, and behavioral interventions to rebalance domestic responsibilities and facilitate women’s transition to higher productivity sectors.

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2026

Authors

Kumar, Anjani; Bathla, Seema; Singh, Dhiraj K.

Citation

Kumar, Anjani; Bathla, Seema; and Singh, Dhiraj K. 2026. Changes in work participation across genders in rural India: Evidence from 2019 and 2024 time use surveys. IFPRI Discussion Paper 2403. Washington, DC: International Food Policy Research Institute.

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India

Keywords

Southern Asia; Asia; Gender; Labour; Multivariate Analysis; Rural Areas; Unpaid Work; Surveys; Time Study

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English

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Open Access

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Nature+ Quantitative Baseline Survey, India

2025International Food Policy Research Institute; Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture
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Nature+ Quantitative Baseline Survey, India

In 2023, the Nature Positive Solutions (Nature+) Baseline survey was conducted in India, specifically focusing on the districts of Ahmednagar, Nashik, and Nandurbar in Maharashtra. The primary objective of the study was to assess the socio-economic conditions and agricultural systems in these regions, establishing a baseline to guide ongoing Nature+ interventions. The survey encompassed 1,228 smallholder farmer households, comprising 610 treated and 618 control households. Data collection utilized a two-stage sampling method and evaluated a range of variables, including socio-economic characteristics, agricultural practices, land use, nutrition, and the adoption of Nature+ practices. This comprehensive data will facilitate the assessment of Nature+ impacts on inclusion, poverty alleviation, food security, livelihoods, and environmental sustainability. In addition, the survey included interviews with 27 communities, gathering information on socio-demographic characteristics, access to essential services, land ownership patterns, agricultural practices, extension services, and community-wide shocks. All monetary values are reported in Indian Rupees (INR).

Year published

2025

Authors

International Food Policy Research Institute; Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture

Citation

International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI); Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture. 2025. Nature+ Quantitative Baseline Survey, India. Washington, DC: IFPRI [dataset]. https://doi.org/10.7910/DVN/QTGQKG. Harvard Dataverse. Version 1.

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India

Keywords

Southern Asia; Asia; Agrifood Systems; Baseline Studies; Sustainable Agriculture; Natural Resources Management; Land Degradation; Food Security; Climate Change; Intensive Farming

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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https://doi.org/10.7910/dvn/qtgqkg Source record

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Nature-Positive Solutions

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A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Frontline Workers

2025International Food Policy Research Institute
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A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Frontline Workers

This dataset originates from the Frontline Workers (FLW) Survey, conducted as part of the baseline for the impact evaluation of the Alive & Thrive (A&T) project in Gujarat, India. The study assessed the effectiveness of systems-strengthening interventions and local governance engagement in improving the quality and co-coverage of health and nutrition services in Gujarat, India. The baseline survey was conducted from March to May 2022 across three districts, namely Bharuch, Surat, and Mahesana, in 26 blocks, with 13 blocks randomly assigned to intervention and control groups and one additional urban block in Surat. It was implemented by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) in collaboration with the survey firm Network for Engineering and Economics Research and Management (NEERMAN). The FLW Survey collected baseline data on service delivery practices, training, supervision, and challenges faced by frontline workers. It included the following modules: Identification; Demographic Information; Training Exposure; Service Delivery; Supervision; Knowledge of Maternal Nutrition and Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) Practices; Facilitators and Challenges; Motivation, Satisfaction, and Self-Confidence. This dataset provides valuable insights into frontline worker performance, motivation, and support systems, contributing to the broader evaluation of how integrated systems-strengthening strategies can improve service delivery during the first 1,000 days of life.

Year published

2025

Authors

International Food Policy Research Institute

Citation

International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). 2025. A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Frontline Workers. Washington, DC: IFPRI [dataset]. https://doi.org/10.7910/DVN/1SXCLG. Harvard Dataverse. Version 1.

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India

Keywords

Southern Asia; Asia; Baseline Studies; Decision Making; Health; Health Communication; Nutrition; Nutrition Education; Maternal Nutrition; Infant Feeding; Breast Feeding; Child Nutrition

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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https://doi.org/10.7910/dvn/1sxclg Source record

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A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Pregnant Women

2025International Food Policy Research Institute
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A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Pregnant Women

This dataset comes from the Pregnant Women Survey, conducted as part of the baseline for the Alive & Thrive (A&T) impact evaluation in Gujarat, India. The study assessed how systems-strengthening interventions and local governance efforts improved the quality and coverage of nutrition and health services during pregnancy. The survey, carried out in three districts (Bharuch, Surat, Mahesana) between March–May 2022, collected data from women in both intervention and control blocks. It was implemented by IFPRI in partnership with Network for Engineering and Economics Research and Management (NEERMAN). The questionnaire consisted of multiple modules designed to gather comprehensive information on pregnant women’s experiences, knowledge, and service exposure. These data offer valuable insights into the reach and quality of nutrition and health services, particularly the delivery of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) by frontline workers such as Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), as well as the effectiveness of supervisory systems and local governance in addressing service gaps.

Year published

2025

Authors

International Food Policy Research Institute

Citation

International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). 2025. A&T Gujarat Implementation Research Baseline Survey 2022: Pregnant Women. Washington, DC: IFPRI [dataset]. https://doi.org/10.7910/DVN/MCH4TJ. Harvard Dataverse. Version 1.

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India

Keywords

Southern Asia; Asia; Baseline Studies; Decision Making; Health; Health Communication; Nutrition; Nutrition Education; Maternal Nutrition; Infant Feeding; Breast Feeding

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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https://doi.org/10.7910/dvn/mch4tj Source record

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Blogs

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Balancing external shocks and domestic reforms: Do U.S. tariffs erode India’s tax reform benefits?

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Modeling converging economic impacts.

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Reimagining Indian agriculture for a low-carbon future

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Guiding an ongoing transformation.

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By Manmeet Ajmani, Andrew Comstock, Olivier Ecker, and Barun Deb Pal

Essential skills to manage evolving food systems.

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IFPRI @ India-AI Impact Summit 2026 & PAIRS 2026
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February 16 to 20, 2026

IFPRI @ India-AI Impact Summit 2026 & PAIRS 2026

IFPRI is pleased to participate in the India‑AI Impact Summit 2026, held from February 16–20, 2026, in New Delhi, India, as well as in the PAIRS 2026 Participatory AI Research & Practice Symposium, a satellite event on February 18 focused on participatory approaches to AI research and practice. The PAIRS symposium brings together researchers and […]

Food Policy for a Changing World: Lessons and Priorities for South Asia
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September 16, 2025, 2:30 – 6:15 pm

Food Policy for a Changing World: Lessons and Priorities for South Asia

Agriculture plays a central role in South Asia, providing livelihoods for millions while shaping trade and food systems across the region. Countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka are major producers of rice, wheat, tea, and spices, with agricultural exports fueling economies and global supply chains. Despite these strengths, the sector faces significant challenges, […]

23rd International Congress of Nutrition (ICN)
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August 24 to 29, 2025

23rd International Congress of Nutrition (ICN)

IFPRI is participating in the 23rd International Congress of Nutrition (ICN), hosted by the International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) on August 24-29 in Paris, France.  The theme of this year’s congress is “Sustainable Food for Global Health,” bringing together experts to discuss evidence and innovations in nutrition, sustainability, food science, and public health. IFPRI […]

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News

December 29, 2025 | In the News

India’s domination of global rice trade stokes looming water crisis (Reuters) 

Comments from IFPRI’s Avinash Kishore on how India’s new role as the world’s largest exporter of rice impacts scarce groundwater supplies. 

September 17, 2025 | Press Release

IFPRI and ICAR Convene South Asia Dialogue on Food Policy to Spotlight Priorities for Resilient, Healthy, and Inclusive Food Systems

The dialogue brought together senior policymakers, researchers, and development partners to reflect on how South Asia can secure resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems amid mounting pressures of climate change, malnutrition, and demographic transitions.

January 17, 2025 | In the News

A Shift to Less Water-Intensive Crops May be the Key to Protecting Farmer Lives (The Wire)

The Wire (India) interviewed Avinash Kishore, Senior Research Fellow based in IFPRI’s South Asia Office in New Delhi, for an article discussing the impact of government subsidies on water-intensive crop production in India, emphasizing the depletion of groundwater resources. Researchers commenting on the topic highlight how subsidies, particularly minimum support price (MSP) and guaranteed procurement, […]

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Projects

Irrigation as a Service for Small-Scale Producers: Advancing Equity and Women’s Empowerment

Irrigation as a Service for Small-Scale Producers: Advancing Equity and Women’s Empowerment

Small-scale irrigation provides benefits for productivity, income, food security, nutrition, and resilience to climate shocks. However, women often face greater constraints than men to accessing……

School Meals and School-based Actions for People and the Planet

School Meals and School-based Actions for People and the Planet

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Ensuring Inclusiveness, Sustainability, and Efficiency of Food System Transformation in the ASEAN and BIMSTEC countries

Ensuring Inclusiveness, Sustainability, and Efficiency of Food System Transformation in the ASEAN and BIMSTEC countries

The project “Ensuring Inclusiveness, Sustainability, and Efficiency of Food System Transformation in the ASEAN and BIMSTEC Countries (ATMI-II)”, is being led by IFPRI as the……

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