Public Private Partnership

Abstract Book of the 11th International Conference on Research in Management and Economics

Year: 2026

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Public Private Partnership

Nasir Mughal, Yahya Musakhel

ABSTRACT:

Public-Private Partnership (PPP): A Pathway to Strengthen Local Agribusiness through Farmers Marketing Collectives, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) present a strategic opportunity to enhance local agribusiness by creating linkages between smallholder farmers and private sector actors, while simultaneously strengthening the entrepreneurial capacity of grassroots stakeholders. This paper explores the potential of Farmers Marketing Collectives (FMCs) and Mutual Marketing Organizations (MMOs) as dynamic platforms for PPP engagement in Pakistan.
Initiated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and supported by the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund, FMCs are autonomous, voluntary associations that address the shared economic interests of smallholder farmers. Through democratic governance and collective ownership, these groups enhance farmers’ bargaining power, reduce input costs through bulk procurement, and improve market access—ultimately increasing farm income via economies of scale.
This study evaluates 62 FMCs at different stages of development:
• Mature (≥55%): 21 FMCs (34%)
• Semi-Mature (40–54%): 13 FMCs (21%)
• Initial (<40%): 23 FMCs (37%)
• Dormant (0%): 5 FMCs (8%)
Mature FMCs are especially well-positioned to partner with the private sector in agricultural value chains, particularly in high-value crops such as dates, onions, and grapes. These sectors offer scalable investment potential and market linkages. Achieving sustainable, nutritious, and affordable food systems by 2030 amidst climate variability and economic uncertainty—requires innovative, inclusive solutions. The private sector can accelerate this transformation by offering technical inputs, access to finance and mechanization, infrastructure investment, and co-developing climate-smart farm practices.
Significantly, farmers themselves contribute over 78% of total agricultural investment in low- and middle-income countries. By aligning public development goals with private sector capabilities, PPPs can drive inclusive growth, rural resilience, and long-term food security.

Keywords: Public-Private Partnership (PPP); Farmers Marketing Collectives (Fmcs) Agribusiness Development; Value Chain Integration; Smallholder Empowerment