Publications by authors named "Zulkifli Alamsyah"
J Environ Manage
March 2022
Article Synopsis
- Smallholder farming in tropical regions is shifting from subsistence practices to specialized plantation systems, focusing on cash crops like oil palm and rubber.
- This study offers the first quantitative insights into the changing livelihood strategies of farmers in Indonesia, emphasizing the trade-offs they face when selecting which crops to grow.
- Findings show that even specialized farmers diversify their income sources, adapting their strategies over time based on factors like climate changes and market prices, suggesting larger farms may not always lead to better economic wellbeing.
