Finance for Food: Towards New Agricultural and Rural Finance

by Doris Kïhn (Editor)

Overview

This book reflects the current state of discussion about agricultural and rural finance in developing and transition countries. It provides insight into specific themes, such as commodity value chains, farm banking and risk management in agricultural banking, structured finance, crop insurance, mobile banking and how to increase effectiveness in rural finance. Case studies illustrate various aspects of agricultural and rural finance in developing economies. The book is based on one of the yearly financial Sector Development Symposia held by the KfW Development Bank.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783642540332
Publisher:	Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Publication date:	02/20/2014
Edition description:	2014
Pages:	295
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

The Big Picture: Global Trends Affecting Agricultural Finance.- Institutional and Process Innovations in Serving Rural Clients.- Dealing With Risks in Agricultural Finance.- Using Modern Technology for High-Quality Services in Rural Areas.