Prevalence and impacts of child labour in agriculture

Child labour in agriculture is a global issue, with the agricultural sector accounting for the majority of child labourers

From:
Department for International Development
Published
5 May 2017
Document Type:
Thematic Summary
Theme:
Agriculture
Authors:
Carter, B.

Abstract

This exploratory rapid review finds that child labour in agriculture is a global issue, with the agricultural sector accounting for the majority of child labourers. Across regions and countries agriculture is usually the main sector for children’s economic activity. However, there is considerable variation in the prevalence of child labour between and within countries.

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Citation

Carter, B. (2017). Prevalence and impacts of child labour in agriculture. K4D Helpdesk Report. Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies.

Prevalence and impacts of child labour in agriculture

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Published 5 May 2017
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