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October 15, 2025

Identification of Economic Benefits of Taro Cultivation for Small Scale Farmer Communities in Papua New Gunia, a Study based on Markham District in Morobe Province

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SDS.W.S.B. DasanayakaNNN NaidaTMT. A. Michael

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Overview

This study identifies economic benefits from taro cultivation, enhancing food security and addressing market access for small scale farmers in Papua New Guinea.

Key Points

  • Taro farming has increased rural household income, improving food security and social stability.
  • Identified issues include limited market access and high transportation costs affecting taro supply.
  • Data collected from 50 local farmers and stakeholders supports findings through various analyses.
  • Policy recommendations highlight the importance of government support and modern agricultural practices.

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Dasanayaka et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68ef858cc6a308ba063556a9https://doi.org/10.63900/9wwyyv32
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