scholarly journals Policy Mixes as a Strategy to Provide More Effective Social and Environmental Benefits: Evidence from Six Rural Areas in Europe

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (23) ◽  
pp. 6632
Author(s):  
Francesco Mantino ◽  
Francesco Vanni
Keyword(s):  
Public Goods ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
New Governance ◽  
Public Intervention ◽  
Cooperative Action ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Policy Mixes

At the EU level, agricultural and rural development policies are increasingly oriented and targeted to the provision of public goods associated with farming. While most analysis focuses on the efficiency and effectiveness of specific types of interventions, this paper aims at exploring the role of policy mixes in stimulating the provision of environmental and social benefits (ESBs) associated with agriculture. The role of policy mixes in determining the provision of ESBs to farming is a complex matter, since different types of policies may have synergistic, overlapping and/or contrasting effects. On the basis of a comparative analysis of six case studies in different European countries, the analysis shows interesting solutions already being experimented with in the field by local actors working together through some form of cooperative action, highlighting how public intervention is often a combination of different policy instruments that may vary according to the type of socio-economic and institutional settings as well as according to the type of ESB targeted. The effectiveness of policy mixes depends not only on the design and implementation phases, but also on new governance arrangements stimulating alternative mechanisms of public goods provision, including market mechanisms and collective action.

scholarly journals Upward Transition of Indian Entrepreneurs: from Simple Working to Ethnic Entrepreneurship. A Case Study in an Italian Region

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 536-549
Author(s):  
Rahmat Alì Mohammed ◽  
Marcello De Rosa ◽  
Maria Angela Perito
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Entrepreneurial Orientation ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Development Policies ◽  
Cultural Mediators ◽  
Relevant Role ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Professional Transition

Abstract This paper explores the role of entrepreneurial orientation in addressing upward mechanisms of Indian immigrant workers in rural areas. To achieve this purpose, an empirical analysis was carried out to investigate how entrepreneurial orientation may affect mechanisms of professional transition. Precisely, we managed direct interviews among Indian workers (through the support of cultural mediators), local actors (like public and private advisors) and Italian entrepreneurs. Our funding suggests the presence of three Indian workers in Italy (simple workers, intrapreneurs, entrepreneurs), characterised by different entrepreneurial profile acting as engine or barrier to what we have labelled as “upward transition”. Immigrant entrepreneurs play a relevant role in Italy and in our point of view, it is of paramount importance to allow them to access to rural development policies, knowledge, training and education upgrading.

scholarly journals Una aproximación a territorios en situación de conflicto armado: perspectivas desde la Economía Solidaria con un enfoque triangulado en dos municipios del Cauca (Colombia)

2018 ◽  
pp. 179-200
Author(s):  
Malen Yudeli Solís Montenegro ◽  
Miguel Andrés Ibarra Bermúdez ◽  
Fabián Enrique Salazar Villano
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Armed Conflict ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Rural Sector ◽  
Public Intervention ◽  
Negotiation Processes ◽  
Conflict Condition ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
The Government ◽  
Set Up

El auge de los procesos de negociación en Colombia entre el Gobierno y grupos insurgentes ha generado un amplio panorama tanto de investigación académica como de acción pública, que conlleva a la reflexión sobre las condiciones necesarias para la construcción de paz territorial en las zonas rurales del país. En tal dirección, en este documento se propone una lectura del conflicto armado desde los fundamentos y prácticas de la Economía Solidaria, y la utilización de una metodología triangulada o mixta, que incorpore las voces de los actores locales con el fin de identificar iniciativas sociales construidas de “Abajo-hacia-Arriba”, para así configurar nuevas agendas temáticas en zonas rurales como las del departamento del Cauca en Colombia, tal como se realiza aquí para dos municipios de referencia.   An approach to territories with armed conflict condition: perspectives since Solidarity Economics and triangulated approach in two municipalities of Cauca (Colombia) Abstract: The height of negotiation processes in Colombia between the Government and insurgent groups has generated a broad outlook for academic research as well as public intervention, which lead to reflect on the needed conditions for territorial peace construction in the rural areas of the country. In this regard, the document proposes an interpretation for the armed conflict since the foundations and practices of Solidarity Economics. In addition, a triangulated methodology is applied (that incorporates voices of local actors in order to identify “Bottom-up” social initiatives), in order to set up new thematic agendas in rural areas such as those of the department of Cauca in Colombia, in the way as it is done here for two reference municipalities. Keywords: Armed Conflict, Solidarity Economics, Territory, Rural Sector.

The role of multi-target policy instruments in agri-environmental policy mixes

2014 ◽  
Vol 145 ◽  
pp. 180-190 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Schader ◽  
Nicholas Lampkin ◽  
Adrian Muller ◽  
Matthias Stolze
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Policy ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Policy Mixes

scholarly journals Key Drivers of the Engagement of Farmers in Social Innovation for Marginalised Rural Areas

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (15) ◽  
pp. 8454
Author(s):  
Antonio Baselice ◽  
Mariarosaria Lombardi ◽  
Maurizio Prosperi ◽  
Antonio Stasi ◽  
Antonio Lopolito
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Social Needs ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Heckman Model ◽  
Horizon 2020 ◽  
Development Policies ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Key Drivers

The European Union promotes social innovation (SI) initiatives for the support of marginalised rural areas through rural and sustainable development policies. These are based on the engagement of local actors and the strengthening of their mutual relationships to boost the fostering of professional collaborations. In this context, the Horizon 2020 Social Innovation in Marginalised Areas (SIMRA) project elaborated a conceptual framework for characterising the engagement in an SI initiative. Accordingly, this paper aims to demonstrate that engagement relies on specific key drivers, such as the existence of unmet social needs and the role of agency. To this end, a two-step Heckman model was applied to an SI initiative case study called Vàzapp’, a rural hub (agency) located in Southern Italy. It promotes relationships among farmers to valorise the marginalised rural areas. The results appear consistent with the theoretical framework, demonstrating that the farmers’ engagement was motivated by the existence of the aforementioned determinants. The implications are relevant for policymakers, consultants, and social innovators who may incorporate these elements in designing specific SI projects in different contexts.

scholarly journals The Role of Localized Agri-Food Systems in the Provision of Environmental and Social Benefits in Peripheral Areas: Evidence from Two Case Studies in Italy

Agriculture ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesco Mantino ◽  
Francesco Vanni
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Food Systems ◽  
Social Benefits ◽  
New Governance ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Institutional Settings ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Peripheral Areas ◽  
New Institutions

The article focuses on the role of Localized Agri-food Systems (LAFS) in the provision of environmental and social benefits (ESBs) in peripheral areas, by comparing two case studies in Italy: bergamot production in Grecanic area (Calabria region) and a basket of local products in Garfagnana area (Tuscany region). On the basis of the evidence collected through semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders, the paper shows the different mechanisms by which LAFS may stimulate the provision of ESBs in such areas. In both case studies the provision of ESBs was the result of the interplay among three different types of drivers: markets factors, the set of policies implemented in the specific territorial context and collective actions performed by local actors to promote new governance patterns and new institutions. The article shows that in peripheral areas LAFS, alongside food production, have a strong potential in delivering a broad range of environmental and social benefits, which are highly valued by local communities and consumers. However, this potential varies to large extent according to the socio-economic and institutional settings, as well as on the type of interactions of market drivers with public policies and collective action.

LOCAL FOOD SYSTEMS AND THEIR IMPORTANCE FOR RURAL AREAS

2017 ◽  
Vol XIX (5) ◽  
pp. 143-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renata Matysik-Pejas ◽  
Jerzy Cieślik ◽  
Anna Borecka ◽  
Elżbieta Sowula-Skrzyńska
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Food Systems ◽  
Local Food ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Local Economy ◽  
Local Food Systems ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Farm Income

The aim of this study is to present the essence and role of local food systems in rural areas. The study has a review form and is based on secondary sources. Local food systems are an alternative to conventional systems of production, processing and distribution of food. For local food systems characteristic are short food supply chains, which enables the development of more cooperative forms of relationship between rural producers and consumers, who are looking for locally produced food with specific values of quality. The economic benefits of local food systems are manifested directly among others in increase farm income and indirectly they are visible their interaction with the whole local economy. Social benefits are manifested in social inclusion and the quality of life of local communities, while environmental benefits are a result of more sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices. Thanks to the positive impact, the role of local food systems in revitalizing rural areas is increasingly appreciated.

scholarly journals Environmental and Economic Factors of Migration from Urban to Rural Areas: Evidence from Poland

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (24) ◽  
pp. 8467
Author(s):  
Romuald Jończy ◽  
Przemysław Śleszyński ◽  
Alicja Dolińska ◽  
Michał Ptak ◽  
Justyna Rokitowska-Malcher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Economic Factors ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Spatial Studies ◽  
Large Cities ◽  
The City

The net migration rate is highly diversified and noticeable chiefly in municipalities directly adjacent to large cities. This trend is still maintained in Poland and is now becoming even more visible than previously. Most of the studies conducted to date have not focused on extracting economic and environmental factors or determining the role of individual factors in those decisions. Furthermore, they have not analysed the issue of differences in motives and directions of migration. Thus, the aim of the research was to establish the factors that determine contemporary migrations from the city to suburban areas and to outline the role of economic and environmental factors. For this purpose, 164 interviews were conducted with individuals who had migrated from the city to the countryside surrounding one of the most important urban centres in Central Europe—Wrocław. In the research, the multiple snowball sampling technique was used. It was found that the factors with the most significant impact on the decision to move from the city to the countryside were those of an environmental nature, whereas the selection of a specific location (village) was to a greater extent determined by economic factors. Compared to their previous place of residence, the respondents most positively rated the environmental benefits of living in the countryside, whereas economic factors, especially insufficient sewage and energy infrastructure, in addition to poor services and transport, were downvoted. The results therefore imply the need for better planning of suburban settlement patterns that takes account of the availability and development of the infrastructure network. The settlement dispersion, as shown through spatial studies, leads to higher unit costs, which generate higher public services costs and thus increasing local expenditures.

scholarly journals Preconditions for new environmental governance in Serbia

Sociologija ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mina Petrovic
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Environmental Governance ◽  
Regime Theory ◽  
New Governance ◽  
Cooperative Action ◽  
Political Opportunities ◽  
Governance Regime ◽  
Different Types ◽  
And Control

The preconditions for new environmental governance in Serbia, which should be developing with country's accession to EU, are the object of analysis. Relying on regime theory, the paper is focused on the role of state and civil society actors. The analysis is informed by two empirical researches. Firstly, the concept of new governance regime is described as well as different types of civic activism: participative and transactional. Secondly, the legislative and institutional preconditions as well as action capacities of state and civil society actors are analyzed. The concluding part summarizes the basic findings and emphasizes the obstacles to new environmental governance in Serbia: close political opportunities, authoritarian legacy and prevalence of traditional command and control approaches, lacking of important resources for cooperative action, no tradition of institutionalized state-society relations, etc.

No margin, no mission? Evaluating the role of incentives in the distribution of public goods in Zambia

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nava Ashraf ◽  
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Oriana Bandiera ◽  
Kelsey Jack ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Goods

Preliminary Report on the Research of “Activity Centers” in Taidong, Taiwan

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-125
Author(s):  
Petr Janda
Keyword(s):  
Preliminary Report ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Traditional Beliefs ◽  
Aboriginal Communities ◽  
Religious Significance ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Symbolic Value ◽  
Suitable Location

This report presents current research on aboriginal activity centers in Taidong County, Taiwan, primarily in the townships of Chishang and Yanping with over 30% of the population being of aboriginal ancestry. Taidong County is the region with the most distinctive aboriginal communities in Taiwan. The research attempts to identify the actors behind the operation of such centers and their significance for aboriginal communities. The research investigates the process of selecting suitable location for the facilities, the specific features of such centers, the potential religious significance of the locations including the role of traditional beliefs in predominantly Christian aboriginal communities, the symbolic value of structures built in the traditional style for construction of ethnicity and financing that enables the construction of the facilities and the organization of the festivities held in them. The principle research method used was interviews with local actors including local representatives, organizers of festivities, as well as members of local communities. The research began in 2017.

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