Global and National Food Safety and Quality Standards: Implications and Impacts for Farmers in Thailand and India

Holzapfel, Sarah; Hampel-Milagrosa, Aimée

doi:10.1007/978-981-15-3473-7_10

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“…In India, vegetable production is dominated by small-scale producers, categorized as farmers holding less than 2 hectares of irrigated land [20]. However, small-scale producers have limited nancial and technical support to market fresh produce with high-quality standards [21]. Due to the perishable nature of produce and limited cold storage facilities, small-scale farmers primarily sell fresh vegetables directly to consumers on the roadside or farmers' markets, where sanitary and hygiene conditions are poor [22].…”

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Presence of antibiotic resistance non-typhoidal Salmonella spp. from green leafy vegetables in Dehradun

Kumar,

Kamboj,

Kumar

et al. 2024

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Non-typhoidal Salmonella infections (NTS) are a significant public health issue in low-income countries because of inadequate hygiene and sanitation facilities. This issue is further complicated by inadequate periodic surveillance for the better management of Salmonella-related infections. Furthermore, reports of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella species pre- and post-harvest require periodic characterization of bacterial isolates to ascertain the appropriate medication for effective treatment. In the present study, 645 green leafy vegetable samples were examined for the presence of typhoidal and non-typhoidal Salmonella species. Isolate culture on differential medium and biochemical characterization confirmed the presence of Salmonella species in 61 out of 645 samples (9.45%) collected from ten sample sites in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand state in India. The culture confirmed that 15 isolates were randomly selected, and each sample was subjected to 47 antibiotics for antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Of the bacterial isolates, 93.33% were resistant to methicillin, whereas 80% were resistant to cefpodoxime, teicoplanin, and clindamycin. In total, 55.33% of the isolates were resistant to Linezolid, Novobiocin, colistin, and nitrofurantoin. 46.66% were resistant to chloramphenicol. Salmonella sp. with Antibiotic resistance of Salmonella spp. was found in the Dehradun area, and this study may help with disease management and adequate food safety measures.

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Presence of antibiotic resistance non-typhoidal Salmonella spp. from green leafy vegetables in Dehradun

Kumar,

Kamboj,

Kumar

et al. 2024

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“…Previous research indicates that the adherence to minimum food safety and quality standards and their impact on export potential present numerous challenges and obstacles for farmers. As highlighted by Holzapfel & Hampel‐Milagrosa (2020), most small‐scale farmers primarily cater to local or low‐value export markets, where adherence to private standards is not deemed necessary. Moreover, the poorest segment of small‐scale farmers has not experienced significant benefits from interventions by external donors.…”

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“…The past literature on smallholder farmers highlight various challenges and barriers in adopting minimum food safety and quality standards and their impact on export potential. Holzapfel & Hampel‐Milagrosa (2020) found that the poorest segment of smallholder farmers has not benefited from donor interventions, and most smallholder farmers serve domestic markets or lower‐value export markets, where private standards are not required. Moreover, the high cost of adopting quality and food safety systems is one of the most critical barriers to adoption (Barbancho‐Maya & López‐Toro, 2022).…”

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Linking the willingness of smallholder dairy farmers to adopt minimum food safety and quality standards to the country's export potential

Arshad

Moazzam

Raziq

et al. 2023

Int J of Food Sci Tech

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SummaryFood safety is a crucial aspect of human well‐being, covered under the second sustainable development goal (SDG). Sustainable food supply chains must ensure compliance with food safety standards from farm to fork. Consumers in developed countries are becoming ever more demanding regarding ‘producers’ compliance with food safety and quality standards. Most food products ending up in high‐end markets come from developing countries, predominantly agricultural economies characterised by fragmented and smallholder farmers. Owing to enhanced agricultural exports, developing countries are struggling to implement or improve food safety standards. This study examines the link between the willingness of smallholder dairy farmers to adopt minimum food safety standards and the country's ability to export agri‐food products. Moreover, it investigates the role of farmer's supply chain learning and level of value addition in this relationship. A cross‐section of 260 smallholder dairy farmers was surveyed from four districts of the Punjab province in Pakistan through purposive sampling. The data were collected using a questionnaire using a 5‐point Likert scale to gauge ‘farmers’ responses. The data were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). We found significant mediation of supply chain learning and value addition between compliance with minimum food safety standards and the country's export potential. This study contributes to the body of knowledge on food safety by testing its relationship with a country's export potential and the factors affecting this relationship. Moreover, it provides food for thought for policymakers in food safety.

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Towards agri‐food industry sustainability: Addressing agricultural technology adoption challenges through innovation

Limpamont,

Kittipanya‐ngam,

Chindasombatcharoen

et al. 2024

Bus Strat Env

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Agriculture is a key economic driver but also a significant contributor to environmental challenges. Despite promotion, uptake of agricultural technologies remains low due to various challenges. This study explores challenges and solutions in the adoption of agricultural technology in Thailand, emphasising its positive impact on agri‐food sector sustainability. We developed a conceptual framework based on technology adoption literature review. Employing multiple case studies, our research uncovers challenges not only at the farmer level but also within the agricultural ecosystem level. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive changes in physical, digital, and legal infrastructure. Solutions include reshaping farmer mindsets and enhancing awareness of technology benefits. Despite limitations to the agri‐food industry in Thailand, the study offers valuable insights for technology providers and policymakers, contributing to the literature on technology adoption by smallholder farmers. Our findings emphasise the need for sustainability strategies in the agri‐food sector through greater technology uptake to enhance environmental sustainability.

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Global and National Food Safety and Quality Standards: Implications and Impacts for Farmers in Thailand and India

Cited by 3 publications

References 28 publications

Presence of antibiotic resistance non-typhoidal Salmonella spp. from green leafy vegetables in Dehradun

Presence of antibiotic resistance non-typhoidal Salmonella spp. from green leafy vegetables in Dehradun

Linking the willingness of smallholder dairy farmers to adopt minimum food safety and quality standards to the country's export potential

Towards agri‐food industry sustainability: Addressing agricultural technology adoption challenges through innovation

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