Peasants and Globalization

This book examines agrarian transformation and its effects on rural livelihoods, addressing the challenges posed by globalization and neoliberal policies. Peasants and Globalization offers critical insights.

This book delves into the historical and contemporary processes of agrarian transformation in developing nations, highlighting their significant impact on peasant livelihoods. By examining rural changes through a historically-informed lens, it provides insights into the evolution of agrarian systems and their implications for rural communities. The exploration is particularly relevant in light of the fact that, as of 2007, a majority of the global population resides in urban areas, while poverty continues to predominantly affect rural populations.

Peasants and Globalization brings together a distinguished group of scholars who critically analyze how rural development trajectories have shaped production processes, resource accumulation, and rural politics. The book emphasizes the consequences of these trajectories on the well-being of rural workers and the livelihoods of peasant farmers, especially in an era marked by globalization. It raises important questions about the effectiveness of neoliberal policies in addressing the root causes of rural poverty and the ongoing agrarian crisis.

The contributors to Peasants and Globalization engage in a rich dialogue about the historical context of the agrarian question, tracing its evolution from the late 19th century to its modern-day implications. They argue that while neoliberal policies have exacerbated the challenges faced by rural communities, transnational rural social movements are emerging in response. These movements strive to confront ineffective development policies and advocate for a more equitable future for farmers and rural workers across the globe.