December 2024

The changing agricultural landscape in developing sub-Saharan countries: Is there a transformation or a crisis? Evidence built from Mozambique

Agriculture has historically been the most important sector of Mozambique's economy, providing the primary source of income for nearly 69% of the active labor force. However, nearly five decades after independence, agriculture remains dominated by subsistence-oriented smallholder farmers (SHFs). Over the years, the sector has undergone various government agendas focused on reducing poverty through enhanced...

Author(s): Paulo Mole and Meizal Popat