Youth in relation to agroecology: practices, promises, and perceptions in five countries

Rietveld A.M.; Guettou-Djurfeldt N.; Shijagurumayum M.; Gupta S.; Tristán M.; Chimonyo V.G.P.; Nehring R.; Murugani V.G.; Idoudi Z.; Singh S. · Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (2026) · DOI: 10.1080/21683565.2025.2573791

Resumen

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.