The relation between farm and non-farm activities among smallholder farmers in Western Ethiopia
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https://doi.org/10.20372/star.v13i2.06Keywords:
non-farm work, , farm income, SUR, nexus, Western EthiopiaAbstract
As a result of shifting social and economic conditions, smallholder farmers in rural Western Ethiopia are implementing a wide range of livelihood options. In order to understand the patterns, causes, and consequences of these farmers' involvement in both the farm and non-farm sectors, this study delves into the complex interaction between the two. Data was gathered from a statistically valid sample of smallholder households using a mixed-methods strategy that included surveys, interviews, and focus groups. Results show that diversifying one's livelihood is complex and multi-faceted, with agricultural and non-farm activities frequently complementing one another. Household demographics, resource availability, market opportunities, and external shocks are some of the factors that impact the decision to participate in non-farm activities. Income, food security, and general well-being are some of the outcomes that this dual engagement is studied for. In order to alleviate poverty and support sustainable rural livelihoods in Western Ethiopia, it is essential for development practitioners and policymakers to have a deep understanding of the dynamics of farm-non-farm linkages.
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