Management Papers
Sustainability studies in small-scale sugarcane growers in Tucumán, Argentina: the GIRSAR Program
Last Updated: junio 17, 2025At a global level, significant efforts are focused on taking action to minimize climate change effects. Agricultural production and the industrialization of crops generate environmental, social, and economic impacts throughout the value chain. Currently, there is a National Integrated Risk Management Program for the Rural Agro-industrial System (GIRSAR) that manages risks (primarily climatic) in the Argentinian agroindustry, adopting mitigation, extension, and emergency responses at a national scale.
The Sugarcane that Inspires Us: innovation for sustainability
Last Updated: julio 6, 2025The Colombian sugarcane industry boasts a 160-year history and a cultivated area of 239,000 ha, where sugarcane is harvested throughout the year. This industry operates under a circular economy model, producing not only sugar but also electricity, compost, and ethanol, while exploring the feasibility of biogas production.
The value of Communities of Practice within the sugarcane value chain – a case study of SUSFARMS® in South Africa
Last Updated: junio 19, 2025The sugarcane value chain in South Africa is complex due to several factors. One notable factor is the presence of multiple stakeholders, each with unique interests and priorities. This makes coordination and collaboration challenging. However, to address the many sustainability challenges facing all stakeholders within the value chain, a purposeful, collective, and impactful approach was necessary to steer the industry forward on the sustainability journey.