The Role of Agro-based industries in the Rural Development: A case study of smallholder tea in Kisii District, Kenya

Abstract

This study examines the role of agro-based industries in rural development with particular reference to smallholder tea. The study examines spin-off effects of the industry in the region with respect to the various linkages of the industry to the rural economy; Various problems at the various iinkage Levels are identified which, if removed, would allow the tea industry to participate effectively in the process of rural development…..