Thomas Bernet
Scientist
Department of International Cooperation
Forschungsinstitut fur biologischen Landbau
Switzerland
Biography
Thomas Bernet was associate expert of SDC and PhD Candidate in farming systems and policy research on Peruvian`s dairy sector at the International Potato Center (CIP), subproject leader for potato postharvest activities at the International Potato Center (CIP); responsible for method development to enhance market linkages of small-scale farmers and technical coordinator of a DFID market chain development project. Since 2009 coordinator of market-oriented R&D activities and project manager of the International Cooperation Divison at FiBL Frick.
Research Interest
Market and method development for rural development,Qualitative market and consumer research,Marketing concept development,Development and facilitation of participatory R & D processes,Applied development research,Project management
Publications
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Bernet T., Devaux A., Thiele G., López G., Velasco C., Manrique K., Ordinola M. 2008. The Participatory Market Chain Approach: Stimulating pro-poor market-chain innovation. ILAC Brief No 21, Institutional Learning and Change (ILAC) Initiative.
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Devaux A., Horton D., Velasco C., Thiele G., López G., Bernet T., Reinoso I., Ordinola M. Collective action for market chain innovation in the Andes. Food Policy 34 (2009) 31–38.
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Hermann M. and Bernet T. 2009. The transition of maca from neglect to market prominence: Lessons for improving use strategies and market chains of minor crops. Agricultural Biodiversity and Livelihoods Discussion Papers 1. Bioversity International, Rome, Italy. (available under www.bioversityinternational.org )
