Local Champion: The Community-Based Young Farmers’ Movement
Strengthening Rural Youth for Indonesia’s Agricultural Future
This publication highlights the vital role of Indonesia’s young farmers in driving a competitive and sustainable agricultural sector. It captures experiences, good practices, and lessons learned from the Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Support Services (YESS) Programme, implemented since 2019.
We hope this publication will serve as a source of inspiration, a learning medium, and a valuable reference for stakeholders, development practitioners, and the young generation committed to strengthening Indonesia’s agricultural sector.
In the evolving landscape of rural development, local champions — young leaders who combine personal initiative with community strength — have emerged as strategic actors. They not only succeed in agribusiness but also take on social leadership roles, fostering participation, collaboration, and innovation at the grassroots level.
Through this book, readers will find comprehensive insights and inspiring stories of rural youth who step forward as agripreneurs and agents of change in their communities. It also presents a roadmap and strategies that can guide policymakers and practitioners in designing empowerment approaches for young farmers in rural areas.
The preparation of this work has been supported by many partners, including the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Indonesia, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), local governments, field facilitators, and beneficiaries who generously shared their experiences.
We hope this publication will serve as a source of inspiration, a learning medium, and a valuable reference for stakeholders, development practitioners, and the young generation committed to strengthening Indonesia’s agricultural sector.
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