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<p>The role of Appropriate Technology (AT) in empowering small farmers in developing countries has been widely debated, yet its effective implementation remains a challenge. This study examines how government-supported AT initiatives contribute to poverty alleviation by analyzing case studies from Southern China and the Morogoro Province of Tanzania. By introducing a paradigm of sustainable development and innovation, the study highlights the interplay between economic viability, environmental sustainability, and social acceptability in AT adoption. The findings highlight that government support at multiple levels—policy, pilot projects, and technical extension services—is crucial for successful AT implementation. Overcoming initial skepticism among farmers through demonstrations, trust-building, and tailored technology adaptations is essential for AT’s success. The study contributes to the literature by refining the understanding of AT’s role in poverty alleviation and offering policy recommendations to enhance its effectiveness across different developmental stages.</p>

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Governing appropriate technology: policy strategies for smallholder empowerment and poverty alleviation

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    2025年3月18日

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  • Leizhen Zang,
  • Jianze Gai

摘要

The role of Appropriate Technology (AT) in empowering small farmers in developing countries has been widely debated, yet its effective implementation remains a challenge. This study examines how government-supported AT initiatives contribute to poverty alleviation by analyzing case studies from Southern China and the Morogoro Province of Tanzania. By introducing a paradigm of sustainable development and innovation, the study highlights the interplay between economic viability, environmental sustainability, and social acceptability in AT adoption. The findings highlight that government support at multiple levels—policy, pilot projects, and technical extension services—is crucial for successful AT implementation. Overcoming initial skepticism among farmers through demonstrations, trust-building, and tailored technology adaptations is essential for AT’s success. The study contributes to the literature by refining the understanding of AT’s role in poverty alleviation and offering policy recommendations to enhance its effectiveness across different developmental stages.