Policy Research Working Paper 10919 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Regenerative Agriculture in Practice | --- | --- | |-------|-----------------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | A Review | | | | | | Andrew Dabalen | | | Aparajita Goyal | | | Ruozi Song | Africa Region Office of the Chief Economist September 2024 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Policy Research Working Paper 10919 Abstract Regenerative agriculture, a farming approach that focuses on soil health ...

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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the agriculture and rural connectivity sectors in Togo. Core Insights - The Public Finance Review emphasizes the need for improved public investment management to accelerate rural development and structural transformation in Togo, where 50% of the population living under the national poverty line relies on agriculture as their primary income source [12][29]. - The report highlights that low agricultural productivity and inadequate rural connectivity hinder economic growth and poverty reduction, necessitating a holistic approach that combines agricultural advancements with infrastructure development [12][29]. - It identifies that public investment can mobilize private sector investment, especially when fiscal constraints limit public funding, and suggests reforms to enhance the business environment and governance [14][28]. Summary by Sections Country Context and Challenges - Togo has faced significant challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and global trade disruptions, but managed to maintain robust growth with public investment reaching 9.7% of GDP in 2022, up from 3.2% in 2019 [19]. - Despite growth, structural transformation has been limited, with stagnant agricultural productivity and poor connectivity between rural and urban areas contributing to persistent poverty [19][20]. Public Investment Management and Structural Transformation - The report assesses the quality of public investment management in Togo, noting that while there has been progress in project selectivity, inefficiencies remain in budgeting and transparency [40]. - It emphasizes that improving public investment efficiency could significantly enhance infrastructure quality without additional budget resources, with potential gains of 14% to 37% by matching the efficiency of peer countries [13][43]. Agriculture Sector - The agriculture sector in Togo is characterized by low productivity, with only 37% of households using fertilizers and 8% using improved seeds, leading to reliance on self-subsistence farming [20][21]. - The report suggests that improving access to agricultural inputs and enhancing public sector governance are critical for boosting productivity and food security [15][16]. Energy Sector - Rural electrification is a major constraint, with only 25% of the rural population having access to electricity, which limits agricultural modernization and productivity [17][25]. - The report recommends reforms in the electricity tariff structure and governance of public utilities to improve rural electrification and support renewable energy solutions [17][25]. Transport Sector - Despite significant investments in rural road connectivity, many roads remain unpaved and poorly maintained, with 37% of the rural population living more than two kilometers from an all-weather road [18][26]. - The report calls for improved road asset management and prioritization of climate-resilient road designs to enhance rural access and agricultural productivity [18][26].

Policy Research Working Paper 10914 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------|-------|--------------------------------------|-------|-------| | | | | | | | | | Why Did Support for Climate Policies | | | | | | Decline in Europe and Central Asia? | | | | | | | | | | | | Alexandru Cojocaru | | | | | | Michael Lokshin Iván Torre | | | Europe and Central Asia Region & Poverty and Equity Global Practice September 2024 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Dis ...

Policy Research Working Paper 10916 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-----------------------------------------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------| | | | | | | | | | How Well Did Real-Time Indicators Track | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Household Welfare Changes in Developing | | | | | | | | Countries during the COVID-19 Crisis? | | | | | | | David Newhouse Rachel Swindle Shun Wang Joshua D. Merfeld Utz Pape Kibrom Tafere Mic ...

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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Generative AI has the potential to significantly impact economic growth, labor markets, and global trade patterns, with varying predictions on its effects [8][9] - The paper introduces a multi-sector growth model to analyze the effects of generative AI, emphasizing the distinction between high-skill, highly digitalized services and low-skill, less digitalized services [4][10] - The risk of "premature de-professionalization" is highlighted, where generative AI may limit the creation of well-paid jobs in high-skill services, particularly in developing countries [4][17][23] Summary by Sections Introduction - Generative AI could increase global GDP by 7% over a decade according to Goldman Sachs, while more conservative estimates suggest a 0.9% to 1.1% increase [8] - The impact of generative AI on labor markets could lead to increased competition and lower wages in cognitive occupations [8][9] Structural Transformation - The report discusses the shift in economic activities across sectors, noting the decline of agriculture and manufacturing in favor of services [10][11] - It emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between growth and structural transformation for sustainable development [11][12] Model Construction - A multi-sector growth model is constructed to analyze the influence of AI on economic growth and structural transformation, incorporating demand-side factors and sectoral differences [12][20] - The model includes four sectors: agriculture, manufacturing, high-skill services, and low-skill services, with labor as the only production factor [12][55] AI's Impact on Growth - AI influences growth through demand, supply, and international production specialization channels [13][15] - Simulations reveal that unless AI achieves widespread adoption and drives transformative innovations, its growth benefits may be limited [18][23] Employment and Income Dynamics - The report predicts a stagnation or decline in high-skill services employment share, with a shift towards low-skill services due to AI advancements [16][17] - It warns that developing countries slow to adopt AI risk becoming commodity exporters, facing youth underemployment and declining living standards [17][23] Conclusion - The paper contributes to the literature by analyzing generative AI's effects through structural transformation and international production specialization [20][23] - It underscores the need for timely AI adoption to avoid economic stagnation and to foster high-skill service employment opportunities [23]

Policy Research Working Paper 10913 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Fiscal Challenges in Small States Weathering Storms, Rebuilding Resilience Samuel Hill Jeetendra Khadan Development Economics Prospects Group September 2024 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Policy Research Working Paper 10913 Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic and the global shocks that followed have worsened fiscal and debt positions in small states, intensifying their already substantial fisc ...

Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Policy Research Working Paper 10917 Statistically Matching Income and Consumption Data An Evaluation of Energy and Income Poverty in Romania Britta Rude Monica Robayo-Abril Poverty and Equity Global Practice September 2024 Public Disclosure Authorized Policy Research Working Paper 10917 Abstract To design effective policy instruments that target the energy poor in Romania, it is crucial to understand who the energy poor a ...

Policy Research Working Paper 10912 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Using Satellite Imagery and a Farmer Registry to Assess Agricultural Support in Conflict Settings The Case of the Producer Support Grant Program in Ukraine Klaus Deininger Daniel Ayalew Ali Development Economics Development Research Group September 2024 Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Policy Research Working Paper 10912 Abstract While cash transfers have emerged as an attractive option to ...