Summary and Proceedings, ADS (Agricultural Development Systems) Economics Policy Workshop (9th), Food Price Policy and Subsidies

摘要

This report summarizes the issues surrounding food price policies and food subsidies in Egypt. Papers and discussion focused on the impact of food pricing and distribution policies, the role of the food subsidy system, the impact of agricultural pricing on production patterns, and on food consumption and distribution patterns. The proceedings paper reports the consensus arrived at by workshop participants and gives major recommendations for improving the food pricing and distribution policy so equity goals can be achieved at lower efficiency costs and welfare losses: (1) Identify appropriate target groups for the food subsidy and distribution programs. (2) Subsidize at the final-product level rather than rationing or a multi-price system.