Estudio a la cadena de valor del sector camaronero como herramienta de análisis estratégica para toma de decisiones y su generación de empleo calificado durante los ejercicios fiscales 2018 al 2023

Abstract

CONDITION FOR PUBLICATION OF PROJECT. purpose of this research is to analyze the value chain of the shrimp sector in Ecuador during the period 2018-2023, evaluating its impact on the generation of qualified employment and proposing strategies for its strengthening. Based on theories on value chains and economic development, the main links were identified, which are production, processing, distribution and marketing, as well as the agents involved in its operation. The research methodology had a quantitative approach, descriptive scope and for data collection, documentary analysis was used, obtaining information on employment, business income and export volumes. The results showed an accumulated increase of 89.7% in job creation, highlighting the hatchery exploitation stage as the main contributor; likewise, income grew by 112.7%, reflecting greater productivity and competitiveness of the sector. It was concluded that the relationship between export volumes, employment and business income is significant, and strategies such as job training and public-private partnerships were recommended to improve the value chain and promote qualified employment. Keywords: Value chain, shrimp sector, job creation, market trends, quantitative analysis