Tag: fieldwork
Interacting with value chain actors: What to do when your research subjects have work to do
Field notes: Fieldwork during work hours
Video Coverage for 2017 Annual Celebration
Field visit to study market diversity in Eastern Uttar Pradesh
On the 4th of July, I traveled to the Maharajganj
District of Eastern Uttar Pradesh with three other TCI colleagues to study
market diversity in the Pharenda Block. Our objective was to observe the
variety of foods available in four markets and then convert this information
into quantitative data ... Read more
Field notes: Visit to the Azadpur fruit and vegetable wholesale market
The United
Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 12, responsible consumption and production, aims to halve worldwide
food waste and reduce global food loss by 2030. When thinking about this goal,
many questions arise, such as:How is food loss and food waste defined?What metrics and methods are used ... Read more
What are the obstacles and opportunities in rural areas to achieving a “Cashless India”?
On 8 November 2016, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a demonetization policy not only to eliminate black currency, but also to promote a digital and cashless economy. The “Cashless India” and “Digital India” initiatives propose to reduce corruption at all levels of society by ... Read more
Reflections from a year in the field: Sustainable livestock feeding systems in rural India
Field notes: Finalizing the research plan
Dr. Debbie Cherney, one of TCI’s Faculty Fellows and my committee chair, was graciously supported by TCI to visit India during Spring Break 2016. Dr. Cherney had never travelled to India previously, so …
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