New Rural Construction from the Perspective of Farmers

Author: Ye Jingzhong
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: In the fervent discussions and actions surrounding the New Rural Construction initiative, the proposals and suggestions we hear almost exclusively come from two groups: officials, ranging from high-ranking officials to village-level leaders; and scholars, from renowned experts to ordinary researchers. However, farmers, as the primary actors and ultimate beneficiaries of New Rural Construction, have collectively remained silent in this initiative that directly concerns the construction of their hometowns and their own interests. Although farmers are theoretically recognized as the main force behind New Rural Construction, the current reality is that scholars and government officials have become their "spokespeople" in building their hometowns. This is an academic monograph written from a farmer's perspective, striving to restore farmers' voices from an objective standpoint and reflect their genuine intentions and thoughts, showcasing their attitudes and needs regarding New Rural Construction.