Factors linked to the taro supply chain competitiveness in Veracruz, Mexico

The competitiveness of any agricultural product depends on the strengths supply chain. factors taro chain (Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott) are unknown. problem lies in lack studies and associated factors. with were determined. Competitiveness was operationalized three factors: production management (GP), administrative (GA) business performance (DE). A questionnaire applied to 47 actors involved significant correlation (P <0.05, bilateral) found for GP (0.845 **), GA (0.756 **) DE (0.717 variables related were: proximity importing countries ability high yields. general value 6.3. that most affect non-economic, such as capacity, demand estimation, flexibility sales planning. economic agents cannot control at all are: costs, distribution international prices. It is concluded there provide competitive advantages.