Why are forward linkages with export buyers important in SAMPADA?

• A. To ensure sustained demand for processed products and secure market access.
• B. To increase domestic procurement costs.
• C. To reduce the need for skilled labor.
• D. To shorten the processing time.

Answer: (A)

Forward linkages with export buyers matter because they create a stable, predictable demand for processed products and open up markets beyond the domestic arena. When processors secure export orders, they can plan production more effectively, keep facilities running at higher capacity, and justify investments in equipment and quality controls. Export buyers also drive compliance with international standards, packaging, and traceability, which helps firms reach larger, higher-value customers and lock in longer-term contracts. This combination reduces the risk of demand volatility and supports sustained growth under SAMPADA’s framework of building strong value chains.

The other options don’t align with this goal: increasing domestic procurement costs isn’t desirable, reducing skilled labor isn’t the aim, and shortening processing time isn’t the primary benefit of exporting linkages.