Processing research on cassava in Africa

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Baulch, Bob

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ArticleLanguage: English Description: p. 24-27Subject(s): LOC classification:

SB 211 .C3 M4

In: In: Nweke, Felix I.; Lynam, John K.; Prudencio, Coffi Ives. Methodologies and data requirements for cassava systems study in AfricaSummary: Given the relative dearth of qualitative and quantitative data concerning cassava processing in Africa, the recommended systematic approach to economic and technical analysis based on the decomposition of existing processing methods into sub-processes and sub-techniques would yield positive results. This methodology follows logically from the sequential nature of most complete cassava processing techniques and leads to the collection of data suitable for economic analysis using discounted cash flow techniques and linear programming/activity analysis, and the technical evaluation of the quality characteristics of final and intermediate processed cassava products using case site study observations and laboratory analysis of samples. A two-stage sampling design and data/sample collection methodology suitable for this type of analysis is also outlined.

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Given the relative dearth of qualitative and quantitative data concerning cassava processing in Africa, the recommended systematic approach to economic and technical analysis based on the decomposition of existing processing methods into sub-processes and sub-techniques would yield positive results. This methodology follows logically from the sequential nature of most complete cassava processing techniques and leads to the collection of data suitable for economic analysis using discounted cash flow techniques and linear programming/activity analysis, and the technical evaluation of the quality characteristics of final and intermediate processed cassava products using case site study observations and laboratory analysis of samples. A two-stage sampling design and data/sample collection methodology suitable for this type of analysis is also outlined. eng