Determinants of Market Participation among Milk Producers in Kyrgyzstan

Authors

• Akhmadjon Nurullaev, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
• Eunchun Park, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
• Bruce L. Ahrendsen, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
• Stijn Speelman, Ghent University
• Lawson Connor, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2-2025

Keywords

Central Asia, Heckman model, Kyrgyzstan, milk market participation

Abstract

Numerous studies have been conducted to comprehend the economic importance of market participation for producers. However, a significant gap remains, particularly in Central Asia. This study assesses market participation drivers for Kyrgyzstan's milk producers using the Life in Kyrgyzstan dataset, encompassing a comprehensive nationwide farm-level survey. Findings reveal that household assets boost market entry and sales volume, whereas distance from markets discourages participation but can increase sales for active sellers, reflecting transportation cost strategies. The insights inform policy interventions benefiting rural small-scale milk producers in Central Asian countries that share similar cultural backgrounds.

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Web of Science

Cambridge Press

Citation

Nurullaev A, Park E, Ahrendsen B, Speelman S, Connor L. Determinants of Market Participation among Milk Producers in Kyrgyzstan. Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics. 2025;57(1):1-13. doi:10.1017/aae.2024.35

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