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Rietveld, A.

Youth in relation to agroecology : practices, promises, and perceptions in five countries - United Kingdom : Taylor and Francis, 2025.

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In the context of rising youth populations in many low- and middle-income countries, coupled with high youth unemployment and aging farmer populations, this paper asks in what ways agroecology, as a sustainable alternative to the conventional agricultural practices and paradigm, attracts youth to farming and rural-based livelihoods. We draw on empirical data from semi-structured interviews and photovoice conducted with young women and men in five countries: Kenya, India, Peru, Tunisia, and Zimbabwe. In our discussion, we highlight which dimensions and aspects of agroecology resonate with youth and why.


Text in English

ISSN: 2168-3565 2168-3573 (Online)

Standard No.: https://doi.org/10.1080/21683565.2025.2573791

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Rural youth
Agroecology
Agriculture
Rural development
Labour
Livelihoods

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Kenya
India
Peru
Tunisia
Zimbabwe