Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gervasio Antonelli Author-Name: Maurizio Canavari Author-Name: Annalisa De Boni Author-Name: Concetta Nazzaro Title: Editoriale Abstract: Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:7-11 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56650&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001001 Number: 1 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Annalisa De Boni Author-Name: Pietro Pulina Author-Name: Rocco Roma Title: Adaptation processes of agro-food companies toward responsibility Abstract: This article presents an overview of the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (csr), analyzing firstly its development and theoretical approaches. As many authors highlight, csr originated and developed along with the growing number of relationships in which companies engage; on the one hand, csr derives advantages from the different kinds of stimuli arising from the size and complexity of these relationships, but on the other hand, there are new demands that society makes on the business community as a consequence. csr is very important for agrofood companies because of the great degree to which agro-food sector activities depend and impact on the economy, the environment and society. Themes related to csr have featured in EU and national policy for some time, not only in Italy but also in other European and non-EU States. The need to give visibility to their involvement in "social responsibility" has led companies increasingly to adopt charters of values and codes of ethical conduct that legitimize their activities, as well as adhering to the legal framework and ensuring individual morality. This social accounting fulfills the need for transparency, so that companies monitor their own performances and communicate the results to customers, with positive effects on the company image. csr is increasingly important: the reasons lie in the need to create a new system of rules, or to supplement those already existent in production processes involving increasingly numerous and complex relations and widening groups of stakeholders. At the end of the work, two case studies are presented as examples of successful agro-food companies that have put responsible behavior into practice, also involving in this process other companies above and below them in the same production chain. Classification-JEL: M14, Q18 Keywords: Note: Pages:13-38 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56651&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001002 Number: 2 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=56651 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Katia L. Sidali Author-Name: Nelson R. Granja Toledo Author-Name: Alvaro Monteros Altamirano Author-Name: Mirian Sanchez Fernandez Author-Name: Maria del Rosario Mej?a Author-Name: Wilson Usina Title: New trends in the debate on geographical indications: evidence from Ecuador Abstract: Geographical Indications (GIs) are names of regions, specific places or, in exceptional cases, countries, used to describe an agricultural product or a foodstuff (EC 510/2006, Art. 2). They have received much attention in recent years not only at the European level, where they stem from, but also at different international forums such as at the World Trade Organization (wto). Being a particular form of intellectual property, these certification schemes have the potential to be applied also to non-agrifood commodities or even services. Furthermore, due to the grave menace of biodiversity loss caused by globalization, GIs could serve as a tool to promote biodiversity if linked to plant varieties or animal species in danger of disappearance. It seems that at European level these issues are gathering momentum. For this reason, the purpose of this paper is to support new interpretations regarding GI legislation. In the remainder of this paper, the authors will present a short description of GIs as they have been discussed at different international forums. Also, the innovative implementation of GIs in Ecuador will be illustrated by means of two examples: the Sombrero of Montecristi and the cacao Nacional Arriba. Based on these examples we trace possible scenarios of GI implementation in a particular type of service economy such as food tourism. In the final part, some conclusions will be presented. Classification-JEL: D23, D18, P14 Keywords: Note: Pages:39-52 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56652&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001003 Number: 3 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=56652 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Giacomo Fiorani Author-Name: Alessio Cavicchi Author-Name: Elisabetta Croci Angelini Title: Prospettive strategiche per il Made in Italy agroalimentare: un?analisi esplorativa del mercato delle macchine professionali da caff? espresso secondo le 5 forze competitive di Porter Abstract: It is well known that the agri-food industry represents an important leverage for Italian exports. Espresso coffee is one of the drivers of this industry and is one of the key Made in Italy assets. Exporting espresso means spreading Italian culture. In fact, Espresso is widely associated with the Italian way of life, even though agricultural coffee production takes place very far from Italy. The connection between espresso and Italy is not provided only by the consumption culture, but also by the production of machinery for espresso preparation. Italian firms are an example of excellence in the production of traditional espresso machines. The development of the international horeca (hotel-restaurant-caf?) sector provides an opportunity for both the espresso producers and the connected industrial sectors, to improve their position in the international markets. This article presents an analysis of the coffee machine sector, with particular regard to its connections with the horeca sector. Porter?s framework of five forces is used to show the competitive environment in which the interested sectors operate. A snapshot of the relationships within the espresso coffee sector is taken using analysis of a variety of sources. The focus is on professional coffee machines and the possible development of this industry. Through a collection of secondary data, this article highlights the challenges faced by the espresso coffee machines manufacturers. On one hand it demonstrates that it is possible to spread Italian culture through coffee consumption. On the other hand, new global challenges are emerging, such as the growing coffee capsule market. Classification-JEL: Q13, L66, M31 Keywords: Note: Pages:53-71 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56653&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001004 Number: 4 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=56653 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alyya Ismailova Author-Name: Aida Balkibayeva Author-Name: Reza Shahrjerdi Author-Name: Alessandro Palmieri Author-Name: Anar Nukesheva Title: Overview on state support of development of agriculture in Kazakhstan (Akmola region evidence) Abstract: The government support to agriculture is increasing in Kazakhstan. That can be classified in different type of support to develop crop production, livestock and rural infrastructure. This is not much depending on agribusiness structure, the form, or the size of farming. Mostly they aim to increase production level, productivity of agriculture. In order to diversify agricultural production Scheme of optimal specialization of regions has been recommended and taken in account by regions. Akmola region is involved in active realization of strategic programs of the agriculture development as it is one of the main food belt suppliers to capital of Kazakhstan. Further development of agriculture will depend on the State and regional programs indicators related to agriculture and rural development. With increasing globalization and joining Kazakhstan to different international organizations (wto etc.) agriculture development must consider requirements of national development priorities of agriculture with challenges in the world market. Classification-JEL: Q1 Keywords: Note: Pages:73-81 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56654&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001005 Number: 5 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luca Altamore Author-Name: Simona Bacarella Author-Name: Pietro Columba Author-Name: Chiara Ferrarella Author-Name: Ylenia Oliveri Author-Name: Veronica Valdesi Title: La filiera siciliana della pasta: un?applicazione della netchain analysis Abstract: The system of Sicilian durum wheat is facing, as indeed is happening to the entire food system, the evolution of consumption patterns toward higher quality requirements: health-wise, primarily, but also including some intangible requirements. Recent acquisitions in the field of healthy food, have called attention to some specific characteristics of Sicilian durum wheat. The durum wheat sector represents a major landmark for regional agriculture, being by far the most widespread arable crop in Sicily; a crop that, over the past 30 years, has evolved considerably, due to the impact of EU regulations. Currently, the whole Sicilian cereal-pasta chain shows shortcomings in organization and size, which severely limit the production of pasta with a significant loss of added value, linkable to its specificity characteristics. The study confirmed the substantial absence of a supply chain for Sicilian durum wheat although there have been attempts, even by the regional government, to build a chain agreement aimed at starting a virtuous process of governance of the quality system for cereals. There is a need, however, for commitment in training at all levels of the supply chain, and the promotion of a culture of sharing of common goals as well as collaboration among the operators, is essential. Classification-JEL: L14, Q18, Q13 Keywords: Note: Pages:83-106 Volume: 18 Year: 2016 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=56655&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:ecaqec:v:html10.3280/ECAG2016-001006 Number: 6 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=56655