Economic Journal of Emerging Markets
Volume 8 Issue 2, 2016

The economic aspects of chilli production in Central Java

Madhusudan Bhattarai (International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), South Asia Office, NASC Complex, DPS Road, Pusa New Delhi - 110012, India)
Joko Mariyono (University of Pancasakti - Tegal)

Article Info

Publish Date
01 Oct 2016

Abstract

This study analyses the economic aspects of chilli in Central Java where chilli is massively and intensively cultivated. Data for this study is compiled during 2009-2011 in three chilli producing districts: Brebes, Magelang and Rembang. Analyses is conducted using qualitative and quantitative approaches. The results indicate that many important findings related to economic aspects of chilli. There are various ranges of economic aspects across regions. The main findings is that chilli provided positive net returns, has relatively high economic risk and intensive use of chemicals. The policies related to improvement of chilli cultivation need to be formulated based on local specific constraints.

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Economic Journal of Emerging Markets
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Abbrev

JEP

Publisher

Universitas Islam Indonesia

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The Economic Journal of Emerging Markets (EJEM) is a peer-reviewed journal which provides a forum for scientific works pertaining to emerging market economies. Published every April and October, this journal welcomes original research papers on all aspects of economic development issues. The journal ...