Journal of Rural Development
Political Stability and Rice Yield in West Africa: The Role of the National Rice Development Strategy
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AuthorLee, Eunjeong
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Publication Date2025.12.21
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This study examines the effect of political stability on rice yield improvement in nine West African countries from 1995 to 2023, focusing on the role of the National Rice Development Strategy (NRDS). Using Feasible Generalized Least Squares panel estimations that address heteroskedasticity and serial correlation, the results indicate that political stability alone does not significantly affect rice yields. However, the NRDS framework positively moderates this relationship, making the effect statistically significant. These findings indicate that the contribution of political stability to economic development depends on its interaction with institutional and policy initiatives. Sustained rice yield improvement under the NRDS requires coherent policy measures and institutional stability. The long-term impact of human capital development highlights the importance of continuous investment in education and skills, with benefits that accumulate gradually and decisively for agricultural productivity and resilience. Good governance also improves productivity by strengthening administrative capacity and supporting efficient resource allocation.
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