Why are Chinese farmers unhappy with farming conditions?
China may have achieved an unprecedented growth in the agricultural output but has failed to satisfy farmers. A large number of farmers are unwilling to do farming for a living, posing a threat to the food security of the world’s most populous nation. However, there are several factors that have influenced farmers in China. Here are a few reasons:
China has experienced rapid urbanization over the past few decades. Many rural areas have undergone significant transformation as people migrated to cities in search of better economic opportunities. This has resulted in a decrease in the agricultural workforce and a shift in aspirations away from traditional farming.
The rapid economic growth in China has created a wide range of job opportunities in non- agricultural sectors, such as manu...