Types Outcomes and Linkages of Large-Scale Agriculture Investments
Outcomes and Linkages of Large-Scale Agriculture Investments
Filter Outcomes and Linkages of Large-Scale Agriculture Investments Projects By Topic:
Employment from Mining and Investments in Land for Agriculture
The employment potential of investments in extractive industry projects and land acquisitions for agriculture is often touted both by governments and by companies in support of investor-friendly policies and large-scale investments in natural resources. CCSI is examining how job numbers are calculated, which factors influence job creation, and the quality and sustainability of these jobs, as well as whether job creation generated from these investments is net positive.
Comparing Lessons Learned for Extractive Industry Investments and Large Land-Based Agricultural Investments
CCSI has brought together stakeholders to explore good governance initiatives for extractive industry investments and large land-based agricultural investments—in particular, whether, and if so, why, certain good governance efforts may be more advanced in one industry than in the other, and what could be done to further advance governance initiatives in both industries.
Infrastructure Investments Tied to Large-Scale Agriculture Projects
Infrastructure development is often cited as one of the primary benefits of foreign direct investment in large-scale agricultural projects. Yet it is hard to find specific information on the most common types of infrastructure linkages, or how beneficial such linkages are for communities and host governments. CCSI is examining various strategies used to leverage large-scale agricultural investments for infrastructure development.
Cross-Disciplinary Dialogue on International Investment in Agriculture
Our global food system is in crisis. Nearly one billion people are food insecure, and anticipated increases in food demand confront potential decreases in food supply. These difficult issues require strong dialogue. Important opportunities exist for cross-disciplinary discussions on issues related to agricultural investment, which can help to contextualize efforts and sharpen evidence-based policy proposals. To encourage cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaboration, CCSI has co-hosted a series of working group discussions at the Earth Institute on investment in agriculture as viewed through different lenses, including productivity, sustainability, risks, and rights. CCSI is now working to expand this dialogue to other groups and through other avenues.