Understanding the Framework of Sustainable Rural Livelihoods in the Implementation of Market-led Rural Development

Abstract

Several studies have shown that market-driven rural development projects usually fall short of accurately understanding the complexity of the difficulties smallholder farmers experience in maintaining their livelihoods. It is also recommended that policies and research on rural development consider using the framework for sustainable livelihoods to examine the consequences of market-driven rural development initiatives. In order to comprehend the complexity of rural livelihoods and make policies and development programs implementing market-led rural development more empowering, this article attempts to explore the theories now accessible on sustainable livelihoods. This article offers a theoretical foundation for sustainable means of subsistence. This combines information from several sources to create more complete notions by providing a definition, potential significant justifications, and examples. The framework’s basic elements identified from the literature review are the context of livelihood, assets, institutions (transforming structures and processes), strategies, and outcomes.