African Journal of Rural Women and Agriculture | 21 August 2012
Youth Engagement in Senegali Agribusiness and Food Systems: A Comparative Analysis
K, i, r, s, t, y, G, a, r, d, i, n, e, r, ,, S, a, b, r, i, n, a, S, o, w
Abstract
Youth engagement in Senegali agribusiness and food systems has been identified as a critical area for development, yet limited comparative studies exist. The research employs a mixed-method approach combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. Data was collected from 1200 young farmers in five selected regions using structured questionnaires. A notable finding is that youth are more active in agribusiness in the northern region, where they constitute 45% of all agribusiness participants (\(n=378)\). Youth play a significant role in Senegali agribusiness and food systems, with varying levels of engagement across regions. Policy makers should tailor support programmes to address specific needs identified within each region.