Cassava Trade Information Brief

Participation in international trade has become one of the most important factors in increasing the prosperity of countries. Yet for many developing countries, perhaps particularly for those in SSA, trade is viewed primarily from a defensive perspective, with a focus on the disruptive effects of imports rather than on the opportunities presented by increased access to world markets. A key reason is the existence of information market gaps that are often associated with trade facilitation and development in developing countries - information on the export performance and potential of many developing countries remains incomplete.