An Economic Assessment of the Myanmar Rice Sector: Current Developments and Prospects

Authors

Kenneth B. Young, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
Gail L. Cramer, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow
Eric J. Wailes, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFollow

Document Type

Bulletin

Publication Date

2-1-1998

Keywords

rice economy, rice production

Abstract

In this study, the Myanmar rice economy is described in the context of the current political situation and state of national economic development. The forces that are changing rice production and exports are identified; however, the rate of development involves a complex integration of government intervention and politics, as well as availability of resources. Probable scenarios for rice production and export are projected based on recent growth trends and expected infrastructure development. The Arkansas Global Rice Model is used to integrate the Myanmar rice sector with the global rice market in developing projections.

Citation

Young, K. B., Cramer, G. L., & Wailes, E. J. (1998). An Economic Assessment of the Myanmar Rice Sector: Current Developments and Prospects. AAES Research Reports and Research Bulletins. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/aaesrb/38

Series Number

958