2024-11-12 00:00:00
Marine Chaillard, Clarisse Ceriani, Amar Djouak
The organization of agricultural work of multi-active farmers in Nord-Pas de Calais
Five types of multi-activity agricultural work organization have been distinguished. The nature of the agricultural work carried out by the pluriactive external influence. The adjustment can come from agricultural activity or external activity.
Wadjamsse Beaudelaire Djezou, Atsé Éric Noel Aba, Martine Audibert
Inclination of consumers to pay for fresh vegetables without pesticides in Ivory Coast
The organic character and flavor of vegetables are important determinants in consumer choice. Nearly 70% of people surveyed said they were aware of the health risk when consuming processed vegetables. The willingness to pay for organic vegetables increases with education level and age. The overestimation of the price difference between organic and chemical vegetables should be considered when promoting organic products.
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In what ways can understanding consumer preferences for organic vegetables shape effective agricultural policies and support programs for farmers?
**Interview with Agricultural Expert Dr. Marine Chaillard on Multi-Active Farming and Consumer Preferences for Organic Vegetables**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Chaillard. Your recent work highlights the organization of agricultural work among multi-active farmers in Nord-Pas de Calais. Can you explain what multi-activity farming entails and why it’s gaining traction?
**Dr. Chaillard:** Thank you for having me. Multi-activity farming refers to a model where farmers engage in various agricultural and non-agricultural activities to diversify their income sources. We’ve identified five distinct organizational types in this approach. The increasing uncertainties in agricultural markets, along with shifts in consumer demand, have prompted many farmers to adopt this model for financial stability and resilience.
**Interviewer:** That makes a lot of sense. Alongside your research, Wadjamsse Beaudelaire Djezou and colleagues found that consumer preferences in Ivory Coast lean strongly towards organic, pesticide-free vegetables, influenced by health awareness. How do you think this inclination impacts farmers’ decisions in both regions?
**Dr. Chaillard:** The willingness of consumers to pay a premium for organic products influences farmers significantly. In regions like Nord-Pas de Calais, farmers are starting to align their production with these preferences, potentially shifting some focus towards organic farming practices. However, challenges like the perceived cost difference between organic and conventional produce still need to be addressed to facilitate a more widespread adoption.
**Interviewer:** With 70% of surveyed consumers in Ivory Coast acknowledging health risks associated with processed vegetables, what implications do you see for agricultural policy and education programs?
**Dr. Chaillard:** This awareness is crucial. It suggests that public health campaigns and educational programs should emphasize the benefits of organic farming while demystifying the price differences. Supporting farmers through subsidies or training to facilitate the transition to organic practices could bridge the gap between producer capabilities and consumer demand.
**Interviewer:** As we wrap up, I would like to pose a question to our readers: Given the health implications associated with food consumption, how should agricultural policies evolve to better support both multi-active farmers and the growing market for organic vegetables? Your insights could spark an important debate on this topic.
**Dr. Chaillard:** Absolutely, I encourage everyone to think critically about how we can align agricultural practices with consumer health needs while supporting farmers in evolving their methods. It’s a complex challenge but a necessary one.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Chaillard, for your valuable insights today!
