Constraints to smallholders participation in Cassava value ... - aaacp

Section 5 – Livelihood benefits in terms of assets.How important are any changes which are the results of cassava production and utilisation?(0=not at all important - 1=slightly important - 2=somewhat important - 3=very important)Increased incomeMore stable incomeIncreased food security – availability of food sources in the dry seasonIncreased exposure to weather and production risks – eg drought, hailIncreased exposure to market risks – eg non-payment by traders, fluctuating pricesIncreased exposure to crop damage by people and livestockHow important has income from cassava been in enabling you to make new investments in:(0=not at all important - 1=slightly important - 2=somewhat important - 3=very important)new/better housinghousehold equipmentbetter water suppliespower supplycommunications technologies eg cellphoneland and agricultural production technologies, machinery, toolslivestock – small and largebetter dietschool fees and uniforms, school materials and attendancemedical costsconsumer goods eg radio, batteriestransport eg bicyclesupport to family members and otherssavingsexpansion of agricultural landnew production and/or processing technologies for agriculture31