00000nam a22000003a 4500 UP-8027295163992877826 Buklod 20240920100357.0 a r |||| u| ta 240920s2024 xx r |||| u|phi UPVT-00020032545 UPTC rda eng LG 993.5 2024 E2 B36 Banayag, Josiemel Amor M. author. Pro-poor value chain analysis of sweet potato industry in Baybay City, Leyte Josiemel Amor Banayag, Jean B. Pabello, and Romar Anthony D, Rebato; Hector Bryan P. Grama, adviser. 2024 ix, 144 leaves illustrations. text rdacontent unmediated rdamedia volume rdacarrier Undergraduate thesis ( B.S. Biology) -- University of the Philippines, Tacloban. This study delves into the sweet potato industry in Baybay City, Leyte, examining socio- demographic profiles, value chain dynamics, and value addition. Sweet potatoes, the seventh- largest global producer, contribute significantly to Asian and Pacific diets. However, Baybay City faces challenges like limited land and weak links to resources and markets. The study utilizes a pro-poor value chain approach and employs qualitative methods, including Key Informant Interviews (KII), focus group discussions, and surveys, to uncover valuable insights. The study found that the majority of core players-farmers, processors, sellers, and consumers are female. Moreover, the study identified ventures like sweet potato ice cream and baby food as not significantly adding value. The strengths include strong local government commitment, a gender-inclusive workforce, and stable production relationships. The weaknesses include dependence on temporary labor, financial constraints, high production costs, and knowledge gaps. Opportunities include government funding availability, export potential, value-added product development, and a growing demand for healthy food options. Threats include bureaucratic challenges, climate-related risks, competition from similar products, and pricing issues. The study reveals disparities in gender, age, educational attainment, and industry profits among producers, processors, and sellers. Furthermore, the study recommended tailored strategies such as customized training, financial assistance, collaborative marketing, and infrastructure support to address the specific needs of farmers, processors, and sellers. This study provides major insights for stakeholders, policymakers, and investors, such as the need for strong local government support, gender inclusivity, and stable production relationships to foster a sustainable sweet potato industry. Grama, Hector Bryan P. author. Pabello, Jean B. author. Rebato, Romar Anthony D. author. Thesis FI UP UPTAC UPTAC LG 993.5 2024 E2 B36 Thesis