Anne M. Rietveld, Nadia Guettou Djurfeldt, Meghajit Sharma Shijagurumayum, Shweta Gupta, Maria Claudia Tristán, Vimbayi Grace Petrova Chimonyo, Ryan Nehring, Vongai G. Murugani, Z. Idoudi, Sonika Singh
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.