Realities, Perceptions, Challenges and Aspirations of Rural Youth in Dryland Agriculture in the Midelt Province, Morocco
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2017-05-23ISI journal
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Alessandra Giuliani, Sebastian Mengel, Courtney Paisley, Nicole Perkins, Oliver Oliveros, Mariana Wongtschowski, Ingrid Flink. (23/5/2017). Realities, Perceptions, Challenges and Aspirations of Rural Youth in Dryland Agriculture in the Midelt Province, Morocco. Sustainability, 9 (6).
Abstract
Active involvement of youth in agriculture is necessary for sustainable agricultural
systems but is currently a challenge in many areas. Using a combination of qualitative and
quantitative participatory research methods, this study analyses rural youth’s realities, perspectives
and aspirations in dryland Agricultural Livelihood Systems (ALSs) in the Midelt Province, Morocco,
with a particular focus on gender. The data collected are an important first step in understanding the
target group and working with youth to identify and develop appropriate programmatic interventions
to improve their livelihoods and rural futures. Prior to expressing their aspirations for their rural life
and career, the youth first raised the issue of unfulfilled primary needs: access to education, potable
water, heath care, and lack of infrastructure in their villages. The issue of outmigration from rural
areas is controversial and not so widespread. The youth’s dream village is envisioned as a rural
place where people have a more comfortable life with their own families, farming better and more
sustainably rather than seeking a job in urban areas. To support the youth’s aspirations and their
willingness to stay in agriculture, there is a need for infrastructural and regulatory interventions and
specific training in agricultural practices targeting and engaging youth.
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