Economic Growth In Rural Areas Research Articles

A Study on the Role of MGNREGA in Fostering Economic Development via Welfare Initiatives, Employment Opportunities, and Asset Formation in Rural Bangalore

Abstract: Over the years, the evolution of the Indian economy has witnessed substantial transformation and enhancement. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) has emerged as a pivotal component in fostering the development of rural India, primarily through its dual impact of employment generation and asset formation. This research paper employs trend analysis to investigate the pivotal role of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in driving economic development in rural areas of Bangalore. MGNREGA, a flagship welfare initiative, is examined through its multifaceted impact on welfare enhancement, employment generation, and asset accumulation. The study delves into the effectiveness of MGNREGA in improving the socio-economic well-being of rural communities by providing critical welfare benefits, facilitating employment opportunities, and promoting asset formation. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the nuanced relationship between MGNREGA initiatives and economic development outcomes in rural Bangalore. By uncovering significant trends and patterns, the research offers actionable recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders to optimize MGNREGA's impact on fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth in rural areas

Contribution of Non Governmental Organisations Projects Intervention on Social Economic Growth in Rural Areas. A Case of World Vision Rwanda 2019-2022 Kivuruga Sector, Gakenke Disrtict, Northern Rwanda.

This research is basically done to assess contribution of Non-Governmental Organizations projects intervention on socio economic growth of in rural areas a case study of World Vision Rwanda project in Kivuruga sector. This study had the following specific objectives: to find out the contribution of NGOs on socio economic growth in Kivuruga sector, to elaborate socio economic impacts of NGOs in rural areas especially in Kivuruga sector, to identify the relationship between activities of WVR and socioeconomic growth of its beneficiaries in Kivuruga sector and to give suggestions and recommendation on NGOs activities in rural areas. Due to financial means, time constraints and the need of precision of results, it was impossible to study all population. Target population of this study was 127 beneficiaries of World Vision Rwanda project in Kivuruga sector. A sample of 56 respondents was selected and cluster sampling was used for selecting groups, or clusters, of participants from the population. The clusters were chosen based on distribution of World Vision Rwanda project’s respondents in cells. The study also employed purposive sampling as the sampling technique. Questionnaire, interview and a documentation research were used as tools of data collection. The statistical analysis of the collected data was conducted using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). This study assessed the Contribution of WVR in socio-economic growth where the findings indicated that great extent and very great extent make 73.2%. Therefore, the WVR played a big role in economic growth of Rwanda especially in Kivuruga Sector. As conclusion, it has been revealed that the capacity of the beneficiaries to cover basic expenditure and need (such as food, clothing, transport, education and housing, etc.) has been improved over the program/project period. Likewise, the programs executed by WORLD VISION Rwanda have enabled beneficiaries to engage in small businesses, different income generating activities, developing markets through a systems approach and market linkage, promote and increase the saving practice. As a result, beneficiaries of the programs have their source of income and they become self-reliance and empowered. The recommendations to future action planners are to improve livelihood, socio-economic conditions and then to reduce poverty the participation of women.

Economic Empowerment of Tribes through Marketing of Non-timber Forest Products (NTFPS) in Alluri Seetharamaraju District, A.P

Tribal populations across the world rely on non-timber forest products (NTFPS) for their livelihoods, including food, fuel, fodder and litter. Organizations report that many rural people are dependent on forest resources, with around 80% of the developing world using NTFPs for their health and nutritional needs. NTFPs are also important for reducing poverty, conserving biodiversity and promoting economic growth in rural areas. In India, over 50 million people rely on NTFPS for income and subsistence, with NTFPS contributing to 50% of household livelihoods and income for 20-30% of the agency population, particularly for tribes. NTFPs form a significant source of income and food for many tribal communities, making up 70% of forest based export income and 50% of forest revenues in some countries. Tribal communities have a strong connection to the forest and depend on NTFPS for their cultural and socioeconomic needs. The main objective of the study was to measure the economic impact on marketing of NTFPs and understand the perception of the respondents who are engaged in collection and marketing. This is a descriptive study and it aimed to demonstrate the importance of NTFPS in the economy of forest dependent communities in ASR district of Andhra Pradesh. These strategies can help create more sustainable and equitable markets for NTFPs, benefiting both local communities and the wider economy.

Risk Prediction of the Development of the Digital Economy Industry Based on a Machine Learning Model in the Context of Rural Revitalization

Risk Prediction of the Development of the Digital Economy Industry Based on a Machine Learning Model in the Context of Rural Revitalization

An Empirical Study on the Coupling Coordination and Driving Factors of Rural Revitalization and Rural E-Commerce in the Context of the Digital Economy: The Case of Hunan Province, China

The coupling coordination development of rural revitalization and rural e-commerce is of great significance in promoting the economic growth of rural areas. Based on the observational data of 14 prefectural-level cities in Hunan Province from 2013 to 2021, this study analyzes the spatio-temporal evolution characteristics and driving factors of the coupling coordination development of rural revitalization and rural e-commerce in Hunan Province by adopting the methods of the coupling coordination model and spatial econometric model. The findings indicate that (1) the coupling coordination degree between rural revitalization and rural e-commerce has gradually increased, showing a transition path from dissonance to coordination; (2) there are regional differences in the coupling coordination degree between rural revitalization and rural e-commerce, with the overall difference showing a fluctuating narrowing trend, and the intra-regional difference is the principal cause for the overall difference; (3) the coupling coordination degree shows spatial clustering characteristics, with high–high clustering areas mainly concentrated in the eastern part of Hunan Province and low–low clustering areas concentrated in the western part of Hunan Province; and (4) there is a notable driving effect of infrastructure development, digitalization level, human capital, and regional consumption level on the coupling coordination of rural revitalization and rural e-commerce. Above all, this study provides effective recommendations for promoting the coordinated development of rural revitalization and rural e-commerce.

FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION: RETHINKING THEORY AND INTERVENTION STRATEGIES BASED ON RURAL PRACTICE IN CHINA

FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION: RETHINKING THEORY AND INTERVENTION STRATEGIES BASED ON RURAL PRACTICE IN CHINA

Bioindustry Development of Environment Friendly Organic Granular Fertilizer at Farming Groups in West Kalimantan Indonesia

Management of organic fertilizers from cattle waste can increase economic growth in rural areas that are environmentally friendly and sustainable (a green economy). This study aims to obtain granular organic fertilizer products on the Farmer Group scale (home industry), which can increase added value and income of farmers to be environmentally friendly and sustainable. The management of this granular organic fertilizer utilizes site-specific (in-situ) technological innovations and the use of local resources that can restore sustainability. The analytical methods used are comparative analysis, namely comparing bulk fertilizer and granule fertilizer on efficiency and effectiveness, analysis of organic fertilizer from cattle waste using experimental design and institutional engineering. To achieve this goal, the research uses a rural agro-industry approach based on local agricultural resources and applies appropriate technological innovations. The results showed that the management of granular organic fertilizer from cattle waste can improve product quality and efficiency in the use of organic fertilizers. The management of this granular organic fertilizer is carried out using social engineering and strengthening of farmer group agribusiness institutions in rural areas that are environmentally friendly so that they can be sustainable. The utility of granular organic fertilizer is more efficient because it does not dissolve easily and is not carried away by water flows when done in irrigated agriculture or wetlands.

Systematic Literature Review on Tourism Village in Indonesia

Tourism villages, also known as "Desa Wisata" in Indonesia, are emerging as a form of tourism development that promotes local culture and heritage. These villages offer visitors a complete rural experience and contribute to the economic growth of rural areas. However, challenges such as low wages and unfavorable working conditions exist. This research assesses the readiness of local communities for tourism village development and evaluates its effectiveness. By applying bibliometric analysis, the study explores the trends and clusters in tourism village research. The findings provide insights for stakeholders to promote national development and address regional disparities in Indonesia.

Strengthening the Resilience and Perseverance of Rural Accommodation Enterprises in the Iberian Depopulated Areas through Enterprise Architecture

The research objective of this work is to develop and evaluate an enterprise architecture for rural accommodation in the Iberian Peninsula that responds to the demand of the remote labor market. Through an extensive literature review and the application of ArchiMate modeling, this study focuses on providing an enterprise architecture that promotes business resilience and environmental sustainability and boosts the local economy. The proposed enterprise architecture is remotely evaluated by experts, highlighting potential benefits, challenges, and areas for improvement. The results show that the proposed enterprise architecture has the potential to improve the long-term success of rural lodging businesses, enhance the customer experience, promote sustainability, and contribute to economic growth in rural areas through value exchange among stakeholders. The ArchiMate model provides a holistic perspective on stakeholder interactions and interoperability across all functional business areas: Customer Service, Product Management, Omnichannel Commerce, Human Resources, Business Strategy, Marketing, and Sustainability Management. The idea is to empower rural lodging businesses to create a better customer experience, achieve energy and environmental efficiency, contribute to local development, respond quickly to regulatory changes and compliance, and develop new revenue streams. The main goal is to improve offers, mitigate seasonal effects, and reverse the continuous cycle of decline in areas with low population density. Therefore, this ArchiMate modeling can be the initial basis for the digitization or expansion of the rural lodging industry in other geographies.

Uncovering the building blocks of rural entrepreneurship: A comprehensive framework for mapping the components of rural entrepreneurial ecosystems

Entrepreneurship is a crucial driver of economic growth, especially in rural areas. Understanding the unique components that contribute to the success of rural entrepreneurial ecosystems is essential. This study presents a cutting-edge approach to uncover the essential components of rural entrepreneurial ecosystems that support rural entrepreneurship. We employ bibliometric techniques that enable us to leverage the Scopus database's academic paper metadata related to entrepreneurial ecosystems. Through citation analysis, we identify a core network of studies related to entrepreneurial ecosystems. Co-occurrence analysis visualizes the clusters of the most prominent components in both general and rural entrepreneurial ecosystems. We interpret the results based on a literature review. Our study categorizes the essential components into two: actor (academics, business, government, and community) and non-actor (human capital, network, entrepreneurial culture, financial systems, governance systems, infrastructure, environmental resources, and market) components. Environmental resources are critical in distinguishing the conditions of an entrepreneurial ecosystem in rural areas. This component represents the uniqueness and local economic potential of smaller areas, whereas in general entrepreneurial ecosystem studies, this component might not be a concern. By uncovering the components of rural entrepreneurial ecosystems, our study provides insights that can help policymakers, practitioners, and academics better support rural entrepreneurship and promote economic growth in rural areas.

Role of field level extension officers in development interventions: Evidence from Sabaragamuwa Province in Sri Lanka

The government of Sri Lanka implemented a range of developmental interventions to eliminate poverty by enhancing agricultural productivity, income diversification and economic growth in rural areas. The "Divineguma" (Livelihood upliftment) program was one such massive-scale livelihood improvement program that had multiple interventions at different levels. The intermediaries who link the government and the beneficiaries are the field-level extension officers (EOs). The beneficiaries have severely criticized the field-level extension service, especially the assistance on agricultural interventions. This study was done to examine the roles of the field-level EOs and beneficiaries’ perceptions regarding the knowledge, skills, and personal qualities of the EOs in the implementation of this rural development program, with special relevance to home gardens. A survey study was carried out in the Elapata Divisional Secretary division in Ratnapura district with a sample size of 150 beneficiaries. Beneficiaries perceived that the EO’s were influential in the startup motives of the participants but in follow-up roles, which are the most important roles for the success of the home garden program, were not fulfilled by these EOs. The participants also perceived that the field-level EOs were not well prepared when communicating with the participants and always neglected the importance of feedback in the communication process and they were not fully committed to the activities related to the home garden program. This study reveals that policymakers should constantly review the performance of the EOs and assess their training requirements.

Условия развития рынков персональных услуг муниципальных образований сельского типа

The relevance of considering the regional personal services market as a component of the regional consumer services market plays an indisputable role for the development of economic growth in rural areas, as well as for the development of the rural infrastructure services market. The article is devoted to the identification of re-gional conditions for the development of personal services markets of rural municipalities. The subject of the study is socio-economic relations arising in the economic space of rural municipalities and directly affecting the markets of personal services, their development. The methodological basis of the study is presented on the basis of a systematic approach that allows identifying local markets for personal services of rural municipalities as a component of the regional consumer market. The article presents an analysis involving the disclosure of strengths and weaknesses, as well as prospects (opportunities) and threats affecting the markets of personal services of rural municipalities localized in the Sverdlovsk region. A methodology for analyzing local markets of personal services of rural municipalities has been developed, which includes a number of stages. The condi-tions for the development of local personal services markets in the context of rural municipalities of the Sverd-lovsk region are determined on the basis of SWOT analysis.

Transforming Traditional Farmers into Professionals: An Introduction to Human Resource Management in Rural

This research is focused on outlining experiences in rural human resource management through the introduction of a new professional farmer training process. The aim is to provide insights and references for developing countries in implementing farmer training and improving their human resource structure. The research methodology explores the literature combined with an inductive approach to describe and analyse experiences and lessons learned during training programmes to strengthen human resource capacity in the agricultural sector. The results of this study emphasise the importance of new professional farmer training in rural human resource management, with the Indonesian government prioritising the entire training process. The Indonesian government has taken strategic steps in farmer training, which include identifying appropriate training targets, selecting influential investment entities, developing practical training models, and designing supportive policies. These initiatives have significantly improved the quality and structure of rural human resources. The uniqueness of this research lies in its selection of topics that are less widely covered in the literature, especially regarding the training process and the new professional farmer model. This research is also important in enhancing the skills of rural individuals, increasing farmers' income, strengthening the role of agriculture, and supporting economic growth in rural areas. Furthermore, this research makes a significant contribution to the literature by enriching the theory of human capital investment in rural areas.

Role of Community in Rural Tourism- A Pilot Study Conducted at Kumbalgodu Panchayat, Karnataka

The importance of rural tourism has been widely recognized as an important factor in the development of rural areas. Rural tourism is an instrument for rural development considered to enhance productivity, and income to generate long-term benefits for the villagers. Rural tourism constitutes many varied forms and is pursued for different reasons. Tourism is an innovative idea to promote and regenerate economic growth in rural areas where agriculture collapses and help in diversifying the dispersed marginal agricultural area into adventure tourism or cultural tourism. Rural-based tourism helps in the conservation of local resources. Rural tourism means, any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations thereby benefiting the local community economically and socially. The social entrepreneurs play a vital role in the rural destination development. Many peripheral rural areas face significant challenges in terms of sustaining communities and attracting tourists. Rural development is important for overall economic development of the country. Through the activation of panchayat raj institutions, it is possible to improve the lifestyle and prosperous of the rural community by providing self-employment, improved infrastructural facilities like communication and road facilities, proper drinking water facilities, highway connectivity, electricity, education, health facilities and many more.

Challenges of Women Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa: Evidence from Rural Areas

This study aims to identify impediments to expanding women-owned businesses in rural areas of South Africa. The study used a quantitative research method to collect data. The study concentrated on 250 female business owners in the rural communities of Hluhluwe, Ulundi, and Eshowe in northern KZN. The study found that the main obstacles to expanding women-owned businesses in rural areas were financial constraints, a lack of education, and inadequate infrastructure. However, these difficulties experienced by women business owners in rural South Africa can be conquered. Overcoming these obstacles could empower women entrepreneurs and stimulate economic growth in rural areas, thus reducing poverty and enhancing the living standards of rural communities. Based on these findings, the study recommends various interventions, such as alternative financing models, targeted education and training programs, and infrastructure development, to support the growth of women-owned enterprises in rural areas. Future research should examine additional issues such as cultural and social hurdles, a lack of access to markets and information, and legal and regulatory restrictions that impede the establishment of women-owned businesses in rural areas.

STUDY ON THE INVESTMENT APPROACHES OF RURAL REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN CHINA

In the modern conditions of globalization and economic development, the management of investments in agricultural production has become an important issue in the development of China's national economy. Understanding the relevant concepts of agricultural investment, analyzing its environment, building a scientific and sound structure, determining the proper scale and implementing an effective agrarian economic investment strategy scheme are very important to promote the modernization of agricultural production processes, increase the productivity of agriculture as a sector of social production in which people use the natural conditions of the environment, rely on the physiological functions of animals, plants and microorganisms, and strengthen and control the life of organisms through labor to obtain the material products needed society and farmers' incomes. Research and improvement of the theory of management of agricultural investments can help in making management decisions, increase the efficiency of commodity producers and strengthen the stability of rural areas. This article examines in detail the theoretical foundations and practical application of agricultural investment management, with the aim of providing useful recommendations and reference materials for decision-makers in the agricultural sector by defining basic concepts, analyzing the foundations of theory and research methods. Thus, relevant concepts and main problems of agricultural investment management and theories of economic growth of rural areas by investing in the agricultural sphere were presented. Various views of the classical theory of economic growth and development of rural areas were collected; the main obstacles to the development of agricultural investment are identified, including state macro-control at various stages of regional development.

Impact of Access to Agricultural Credit on Agricultural Productivity in Iowa, USA.

Agriculture is a critical component for nations' growth and development due to its significant contribution to economic growth. Microcredits are designed to assist rural inhabitants in increasing the productivity of their agriculture, so alleviating issues of hunger and poverty. Country's economic development is aided by agricultural productivity in a variety of ways including increasing the domestic food supply, supplying raw materials for industry and opening up new domestic markets. Improving agricultural productivity is important in order to meet the growing demand for food, reducing poverty, and promoting economic growth in rural areas. The study used the descriptive research design. The target population was 180 farmers.  The study did sampling of 140 respondents that were selected from the target population of 180 in USA. Questionnaires were used to collect the data. It was concluded that better credit access allows for increased agricultural investment, particularly among small farmers, resulting in increased output and value addition. More access to finance is related to higher agricultural output in the United States. In low-income countries the sector not only creates employment but it also contributes to the GDP. Credit enables poor rural farmers to diversify their economic activities, diversify their sources of capital, and manage the inevitable shocks and stress. The study recommended that credit availability should be increased in order to lead to an improvement in the agricultural productivity in the United States. This will make it possible to embrace new technologies and sophisticated inputs, increase efficiency, and modify the input and product mix in reaction to weather unpredictability, climate change, and/or changes in input and output prices. The rural communities should have access to financial institutions to boost productivity since agriculture is the cornerstone of any significant economic progress in emerging countries. Keywords: Agricultural Credit, Agricultural Productivity, USA

Forecasting the dynamics of the rural economy development of the Krasnoyarsk Territory under demographic crisis conditions

Subject. The article considers the adverse impact of demographic crisis on economic growth in rural areas. Objectives. The purpose is to assess the impact of demographic dynamics on development prospects of the rural economy of the Krasnoyarsk Territory and the need for labor resources to ensure its growth, to determine the boundaries of production capabilities in the replacement of outgoing workers through the growth of labor productivity. Methods. The study rests on special methods of economic analysis. Results. The growth in the volume of production and provision of services in the rural economy of the Krasnoyarsk Territory will be ensured, if productivity gains is more than 1% per every 2 thousand leaving employees. The most likely scenario is an increase in labor productivity at the level of 2-3% per year. Conclusions. The findings may be of interest to municipal administrators in rural areas, representatives of regional authorities, departments, and institutions.

Research on the Pro-Poorness of Economic Growth in Rural China

Based on the pro-poor index and pro-poor curve measurement method of economic growth, this paper uses the data of Chinese Family Panel Studies to measure the pro-poorness of economic growth in rural areas of China. The study found that, from 2014 to 2018, the economic growth of rural areas in China was absolutely pro-poor, the economic growth in 2014–2016 was relatively non-pro-poor, and the economic growth in 2016–2018 was relatively pro-poor. From the perspective of household income structure, optimizing the pro-poorness of economic growth requires continuously increasing the wage income of low-income households, and continuing to implement fiscal transfer policies that are more favorable to low-income households. From the perspective of the human capital of households, optimizing the pro-poorness of economic growth requires active family support policies to enable workers to better balance family and work responsibilities, and adopt target location strategies to give special care to families with special difficulties while increasing investment in public services.

BUMDes Partnership Model with Microfinance Institutions in the Context of Developing the Tourism Industry and Creative Economy in Madura

Independent Village as a dream of the ideals of National Development, so far it has faced many obstacles. The Social and Economic Sector is one of the many factors faced in the village. In the economic sector, there are still many people who are below the poverty line. Data from BPS (Central Statistics Agency) in 2017 there were 26.58 million people or 10.12% of Indonesia’s population below the poverty line. Meanwhile, in the social sector, the nature of mutual cooperation has begun to fade among rural communities. One of the efforts that can alleviate poverty and increase economic growth in rural areas is the existence of BUMDes in the Labang Bangkalan District, Madura, which is spread over 3 villages. There are 3 active BUMDes in the Labang sub-district, namely in Labang, Sukolilo Barat and Bunaji villages. To improve the village economy, there are two approaches that can be taken: a) Community needs in making changes. b) Political will and the ability of the village government together with the community in implementing the plans that have been prepared (Rutiadi, 2001 in Bachrein, 2010) This study aims to see the appropriate partnership model between BUMDes and Microfinance Institutions in improving the tourism and creative economy sectors in Labang sub-district.