| dc.description.abstract | The main objective of this study was to find out the effects of sustainable supply chain practices on the
performance of sugar sub-sector in Kenya. Specifically the study identified the effect of Green manufacturing
and Green Procurement to the performance sugar companies in Kenya. The study employed descriptive
research design. The target population was 600 respondents comprising of the management of sugar
companies in Kenya, sugarcane farmers and sugar importers and exporters. Stratified random sampling was
used with sample size of 30% of the target population, which comprised of 180 respondents. The study
collected data using questionnaires. The study adopted both qualitative and quantitative data analysis
techniques. This study used SPSS Version 21 and Microsoft word tools to aid in data analysis. Regression
analysis was used to establish the relationship between the variables. Data analysis was conducted using
descriptive statistics and inferential statistics by use of hierarchical moderated multiple regression analysis. It
was concluded that proper implementation of green supply chain management practices leads to better
performance in sugar sub-sector in Kenya. The study recommended that manufacturing firms should
implement environmentally sound practices in all phases of the supply chain, beginning with procurement of
raw materials to manufacturing. The study findings were of essence to regulators to enhance the level of
implementation of supply chain management practices through enforcement of stricter environmental
regulations and rewarding firms that implement these practices. In conclusion the study findings provided
future researchers with a useful conceptual and methodological reference to carry out studies in this area
especially in emerging economies like Africa. | en_US |
