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Peer reviewedNdiaye, Serigne; Sofranko, Andrew J. – Rural Sociology, 1988
Explores relationship between farm technology and labor availability in Africa. Studies introduction of high-yielding maize variety in Zambia and resulting effects on labor availability/mobilization. Shows shift to hybrids requires additional labor, including available children. Illustrates need for adoption research taking broader farming…
Descriptors: Agricultural Laborers, Agriculture, Child Labor, Developing Nations
Peer reviewedTigges, Leann M.; Tootle, Deborah M. – Rural Sociology, 1990
Examines the effect of the labor market structure on underemployment and low-wage employment of urban and rural White males. Examines factors of special public employment, global industrial competition, sexual competition, and high proportion of rural female workers. Concludes industrial restructuring and increased foreign competition threaten…
Descriptors: Dislocated Workers, Employment Opportunities, Employment Patterns, Employment Potential
