Samoan Views on the Impacts of External and Internal Factors on Agricultural Produce Prices in Samoa
Abstract
Samoa has experienced a steep 10.9% rise in food prices in 2024, driven by global crises including COVID-19, wars, and climate disasters, and domestic factors such as population growth, labor costs, and supply-demand imbalances. This mixed-methods study employs a Likert scale survey of 39 participants (farmers and consumers) in Upolu to identify inflation drivers and underscores the urgent need for policy interventions to stabilize local markets. Key findings highlight climate change impacts, rising labor costs, and global supply chain disruptions as critical contributors to price volatility.
How to Cite This Article
Raphael Semel, Pulou Wright, Felila Saufoi Amituanai, Rachel Pela Malia Bell (2025). Samoan Views on the Impacts of External and Internal Factors on Agricultural Produce Prices in Samoa . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 6(5), 616-623.