Promoting Employment-Intensive Growth in Nepal: Policy Analysis of Agriculture Sector
Decent Work and Economic Growth
No Poverty
Zero HungerClient
International Labour Organization (ILO)
Location
Nepal (National)
Project Description
Submitted to the ILO, this study analyzed Nepal's agricultural sector to identify opportunities for employment-intensive growth. It addressed the paradox of slow growth despite high agricultural dependence. The research examined sub-sectors with high potential (high-value crops, off-season vegetables), computed employment elasticity, and identified constraints like regulatory frameworks and governance issues. It analyzed trends from 1985/86 to 2009/10, aiming to support Nepal's Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper by recommending interventions for productive job creation.
Methodology
Stock-taking, diagnostic analysis, employment elasticity computation, and trend analysis (1985-2010).
Services Provided
- Analyzed agricultural GDP, crop profitability, and employment patterns.
- Identified structural and policy-induced constraints.
- Examined regulatory frameworks and labor productivity.
Focus Areas
Agricultural PolicyEmployment GenerationPro-poor GrowthHigh-Value Crops
Key Deliverables
- Policy analysis report.
- Recommendations for Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper.
Project Outcomes
- Identified high-potential sub-sectors for job creation.
- Provided policy recommendations for inclusive growth in a federal context.
