Flowchart illustrating the process of assessing value chains for export potential. Steps include Longlisting products, collecting Data from FAO, ITC, and WITS, applying Criteria, conducting In-depth analysis, forming an Intermediate list, making a Shortlist, and selecting the final 3 Value Chains: macadamia, mango, and rare earth mineral mining. Each step involves analysis and stakeholder engagement.

Practical Lessons for Value Chain Selection in Development Programmes

The MVC Project’s value chain selection process was designed to identify and prioritise value chains with the highest potential to make a substantial impact on Malawi's exports within the project’s five-year timeframe. This paper unpacks the adaptive approach employed by the MVC project, offering valuable insights for development practitioners and policymakers worldwide…