A CRITICAL REVIEW OF EMPIRICAL STUDIES ON DETERMINANTS AND EFFECTS OF AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS IN DEVELOPING NATIONS

Abstract

This systematic literature review examines the determinants of agricultural exports in developing nations and their impact on economic growth during the period 2000-2020. Through random sampling techniques, we analyze empirical studies from various sources and find that production, producer price, domestic price, export price, real exchange rate, and real interest rate significantly affect agricultural exports in developing nations. We also establish that agricultural exports play a vital role in the growth of industry and economy, although some studies exhibit mixed or conflicting results. Our findings have crucial implications for policymakers in developing economies to design appropriate policies that encourage and promote agricultural exports for increased income generation and economic growth