A scoping review of participatory research methods in agroecology studies conducted in South Asia. Issue 2 (7th February 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ohly, Heather; Ibrahim, Zainab; Liyanage, Champika; Carmichael, Andrew
• Is Part Of: Agroecology and sustainable food systems. Volume 47:Issue 2(2023)
• Page Start: 306
• Page End: 326
• Publication Date: 2023-02-07
• Subjects: Agroecology -- participatory -- scoping review -- South Asia; Sustainable agriculture -- Periodicals; Agricultural ecology -- Periodicals; 577.55
• DOI: 10.1080/21683565.2022.2138674
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2168-3565

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Agroecology is widely regarded and advocated as a participatory approach. This scoping review assessed the extent, range, and nature of available evidence on participatory research methods in agroecology studies conducted in South Asia. From 2069 records identified in two databases, we included a total of 27 studies, of which 20 were conducted in India. We found that a diverse range of participatory research methods have been used in agroecology studies. However, farmers are rarely engaged as study collaborators, co-researchers and decision-makers. We recommend that more researchers consider the full potential of participatory methods to develop relevant and effective agroecological solutions.