Information for 14512IIED

Organic Cotton: A New Development Path for African Smallholders?
Simon Ferrigno, Saro G.Ratter, Peter Ton, Davo Simplice Vodouhê, Stephanie Williamson and John Wilson
Report/paper, 24 pages
Drawing on case studies from Benin, Senegal, Uganda, Tanzania and Zimbabwe, this paper argues that organic cotton has much to offer smallholder farmers in sub- Saharan Africa. Experience shows that it is technically feasible, reduces health problems, maintains soil fertility and food security and often supports higher incomes than conventional cotton. All case study projects show positive impacts and empowered, more sustainable communities.
Publication information
- IIED code: 14512IIED
- Published: Mar 2006 - IIED
- Area: Benin, Senegal, Uganda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe
- Theme: Food and agriculture
- Series: Gatekeeper 120
- ISSN: 1357 9258
- Language:
English