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Contributing to a Vibrant Countryside? The Impact of Side Activities on Rural Development.

Authors :
Markantoni, Marianna
Koster, Sierdjan
Strijker, Dirk
Woolvin, Mike
Source :
Tijdschrift voor Economische en Sociale Geografie (Journal of Economic & Social Geography); Jul2013, Vol. 104 Issue 3, p292-307, 16p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

This paper focuses on the side activities of non-farmers in rural areas in the Netherlands and more specifically on their impact on rural development. Empirical evidence from 36 Dutch municipalities on three key aspects was examined: economy, social and physical environment. The findings indicate that although side activities do not have a large direct impact on the local economy and employment, their contribution in terms of local collaboration and promoting rural tourism is highly valued. Furthermore, side activities have an important role in building and strengthening social capital in rural communities. Where their impacts on physical environment is concerned, side activities are not perceived to damage or alter rural morphology but are considered a reinforcement of the character of rural areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0040747X
Volume :
104
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Tijdschrift voor Economische en Sociale Geografie (Journal of Economic & Social Geography)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
88229149
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9663.2012.00753.x