This GAIN Working Paper No. 41 reviews aggregation models used in the Commercialisation of Biofortified Crops (CBC) Programme, which was implemented in six African and Asian countries. The paper identifies key commercial pathways for biofortified crops such as wheat, maize, cassava, rice, pearl millet, and beans.
Key insights:
Contract farming with collective sales was the most commonly used aggregation model.
Challenges included supply constraints, low consumer awareness, and weak private-sector engagement.
Recommendations include tailored aggregation models, enhanced market linkages, and improved traceability systems.
The study provides strategic insights for scaling biofortified crops commercially, ensuring greater adoption and impact on micronutrient deficiencies.
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