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ESP: Programa de Compensaciones para la Competitividad - AGROIDEAS

Eficacy
This measures how well the objectives and goals set out in the initiative were fulfilled, as well as the extent to which the results achieved are attributable to the actions implemented by the initiative.
Indicator Description Indicator Type Measure Unit Base date Base Goal Measure Date Measure Compliance Source
Increase in agricultural productivity through technology adoption. Technology adoption co-financed by AGROIDEAS improved agricultural productivity, raising coffee yields by 92% and cuy production value by 44%, demonstrating immediate effectiveness in prioritized crops. Effectiveness Percentage 01-01-2010 06-10-2023 92% incremento en productividad del café; 44% incremento en valor de producción de cuyes MIDAGRI (2024). Evaluación de impacto del Programa AGROIDEAS. https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.13036/2041
Improved operational outcomes and increased self-generated income among beneficiaries with longer exposure to the program. Households with longer participation in AGROIDEAS show better operational outcomes and higher self-generated income, demonstrating that sustained engagement enhances program effectiveness. Effectiveness Qualitative 01-01-2010 06-10-2023 Mejora cualitativa: los hogares con mayor tiempo de exposición al programa muestran un mejor desempeño operativo y mayores ingresos por cuenta propia en comparación con aquellos con menor permanencia. Link
Learned lessons
Gained knowledge from implementing, evaluating, and managing a policy intervention, including why it was or was not effective and how it could be improved in the future.
Lesson Description Source
Positive impacts on agricultural production and efficiency do not necessarily translate into widespread and substantial improvements in current revenues. Conduct qualitative studies to better understand why increases in production and efficiency are not directly reflected in higher incomes for producers. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The critical importance of addressing marketing barriers in agricultural development programs: Develop specific program components to improve market integration and product commercialization. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The role of strengthening the downstream sector in value chains for the success of agricultural programs Strengthen intermediate links such as processors, sellers and logistics companies to improve the articulation of the value chain. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The relevance of promoting income diversification as a strategy for rural development Recognize and take advantage of the potential of off-farm self-employment as a source of additional income. The program should consider strengthening entrepreneurial skills, financial literacy, access to market information, and fostering collaborative networks. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The effectiveness of developing specific strategies for key product markets in agricultural interventions mplement targeted strategies to improve the connection of producers with specific markets, such as coffee. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The need to promote long-term sustainability in the impacts of agricultural development programs. Ensure that the program encourages the accumulation of productive assets at the household level to sustain long-term benefits. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The importance of implementing a comprehensive resilience approach in agricultural programs in the face of climate change Incorporate specific tools to prevent, manage and deal with crises, especially in the face of adverse weather events. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The importance of facilitating access to credit for producer organizations as a catalyst for agricultural development. he evaluation reveals that the associativity promoted by the program has not yet translated into improved access to credit for productive organizations. It is essential to work together with financial institutions to design credit products adapted to the needs of producers' organizations, considering the specific characteristics of agricultural projects and the guarantees that these organizations can offer. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
A robust monitoring and evaluation system is relevant to the success of development programs. Implement a robust information system to identify barriers and propose solutions at each stage of the program. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf
The value of integrating geographic information systems (GIS) in the monitoring and evaluation of agricultural programs. Implement GIS tools to map and geographically track program investments and interventions, improving visualization, analysis and decision making based on spatial data. Evaluación de impacto del programa de compensaciones para la competitividad (AGROIDEAS), 2024.https://www.mef.gob.pe/contenidos/presu_publ/ppr/eval_indep/Informe_Final_Evaluacion_Impacto_Programa_AGROIDEAS.pdf


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