Technology transfer for sustainable rural development: evidence from homestead withdrawal with compensation in Chengdu–Chongqing

Xia, Tao; Carayannis, Elias G.; Sindakis, Stavros; Showkat, Saloome; Kanellos, Nikos

doi:10.1007/s10961-023-10019-9

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“…Our research indicates that households in the burden stage are more likely to make these choices, and there is a clear correlation between the family life cycle and socio-economic phenomena such as non-agricultural labor migration 40 , abandonment of rural homesteads, and family migration. This finding is in line with the research conducted by Xia et al 41 .…”

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Residents’ future residential preference and its affecting factors in the rapid urbanization zone of rural China from a family life cycle perspective

Zhang,

Tong,

et al. 2024

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Understanding farmers’ future residential preferences and the factors affecting these choices is crucial for tackling the issues related to hollow village management and rural planning. Despite limited research on the role of the family life cycle, this study explores how the family life cycle, characteristics of the household head, livelihood strategies, and resource availability shape farmers’ future residential preferences. Data were collected from 777 households in China’s main grain-producing area. The findings reveal that 52.90% of households prefer to stay in their current rural residences. Other favored options are elderly care facilities (13.90%), living with children in the village (12.36%), and ancestral homes (11.68%). The family life cycle significantly affects these preferences (p < 0.01), with changes in family structure and age leading to different living choices. Specifically, households in the initial (71.29%), burden (70.32%), and stable stages (40.14%) prefer their current rural residences, while those in the maintenance and empty-nest stages opt for living with their children’s residences (22.22% and 16.96%, respectively) or in elderly care facilities (30.00% and 33.93%). Meanwhile, age, health, income, livelihood strategies, and land ownership also markedly influence the choice of residence. Recommendations include educational programs for elderly rural residents, improving older individuals’ adaptability to rural changes, creating more rural employment opportunities, and enhancing medical and infrastructural services for the sustainable rural development.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

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Residents’ future residential preference and its affecting factors in the rapid urbanization zone of rural China from a family life cycle perspective

Zhang,

Tong,

et al. 2024

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“…In regions with a lower degree of marketization, such as Sichuan Province, the homestead transfer market is not sound enough, and the transfer cost is higher. Therefore, as the level of urbanization increases, farmers are more willing to obtain corresponding subsidies through homestead exit to increase their property income (Xia et al, 2023). In regions with a higher level of urbanization, farmers are more enthusiastic about participating in homestead exit, indicating that the implementation of homestead exit policies is in line with public opinion.…”

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“…For farmers engaging in homestead transfer behavior in our study, those who purchase multiple houses in urban areas are 17.9% more likely than those who do not purchase houses. This may be because farmers who purchase houses in urban areas are more likely to settle in urban areas and are less likely to return to rural areas, and having stable employment in urban areas encourages them to establish a stable urban residence, significantly reducing their dependence on homesteads in rural areas (Yuan et al, 2022;Xia et al, 2023). This may be closely related to the traditional Chinese concept of "owning a home. "…”

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Rural homestead reform in China: unveiling urbanization dynamics and lessons for sustainable development

Yahui,

Qiming,

Fangfang

2024

Front. Sustain.

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The unique experience of land reform in China holds significant implications for other nations in urgent need of liberating and developing their productivity, providing valuable insights and lessons. This study conducted a micro-level analysis of land reform in China, the United States, and India, focusing on the implications for other nations. Surveys were conducted on 459 households in 12 townships in Zhejiang and Sichuan provinces, China. A random sampling approach was employed, selecting 5 sample counties (cities, districts) across Jinhua, Shaoxing, and Chengdu. Within each county (city, district), 2–3 townships were randomly selected, and 2–3 villages were chosen from each township. Subsequently, 10–20 households were randomly surveyed in each village. Statistical analysis using descriptive statistics and the Logistic model revealed robust results with p values below 0.05 for key variables. China’s new urbanization strategy highlights the necessity of reforming the rural homestead system, particularly as higher urbanization rates prompt farmers to withdraw from and transfer their homesteads worldwide. Tailored homestead policies that consider regional disparities in urbanization levels are crucial. A micro-level survey underscores the impact of urbanization, household head identity, and age on farmers’ decisions regarding homestead exit and transfer. Addressing external pressures, efforts should prioritize the revitalization of rural areas and the promotion of sustainable development. This includes enhancing small and medium-sized cities, fostering on-site urbanization, and creating nearby employment opportunities for farmers. However, the effectiveness of these measures varies across regions and is influenced by local levels of marketization. Internally, there is a need to bolster skill training and vocational education for farmers. In summary, the policy recommendations stemming from the micro-level survey in this study offer valuable insights for land reform strategies and sustainable development initiatives, spanning from individual farmers to national policies. They also contribute to a deeper understanding for policymakers, providing a novel analytical perspective.

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The role of university leaders’ overseas experience in facilitating technology transfer

Yang,

Chen

2024

J Technol Transf

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Technology transfer for sustainable rural development: evidence from homestead withdrawal with compensation in Chengdu–Chongqing

Cited by 9 publications

References 90 publications

Residents’ future residential preference and its affecting factors in the rapid urbanization zone of rural China from a family life cycle perspective

Residents’ future residential preference and its affecting factors in the rapid urbanization zone of rural China from a family life cycle perspective

Rural homestead reform in China: unveiling urbanization dynamics and lessons for sustainable development

The role of university leaders’ overseas experience in facilitating technology transfer

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