Examines the performance of the cut-flower industry and its impact on national economic development and local communities. Based on field survey covering 12 flower farms in northern Tanzania.

Examines changes in the flower industry between 1975 and 1995. Considers the position of the Netherlands in the world flower market.

Presents change in the flower-growing industry in Colombia since 1965. Estimates the employment generated by sector and discusses some of its main characteristics. Addresses questions relating to types of labour contracts.

Identifies key trends and characteristics of contemporary agri-food systems, focusing on global fresh fruit and vegetable (FFV) value chains and builds a typology of the main employment and social issues involved in the production and processing of fresh and vegetables, and shows how these are...

Discusses the financial significance of Uganda's flower industry, employment practices and working conditions there in, and government policies.

With the signing of the EU-ACP Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs) in January 2009, Uganda as a member of the ACP, should endeavour to re-strategize itself to benefit from the opportunities such trading blocks create through increased trade. Trade is likely to increase with EPA in place and...