The Socioeconomic Implications of Farm-to-Market Road Infrastructure on Rural Development in Zamboanga Sibugay Province, Philippines: An Analysis of Policy and Community Outcomes

Callanta, Daphney Shane and Moreno, Frede (2024): The Socioeconomic Implications of Farm-to-Market Road Infrastructure on Rural Development in Zamboanga Sibugay Province, Philippines: An Analysis of Policy and Community Outcomes.

Abstract

This study investigates the socioeconomic implications of farm-to-market road infrastructure on rural development in Zamboanga Sibugay Province, Philippines. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions, the research explores how improved road infrastructure affects agricultural productivity, market access, and household incomes. Theoretical frameworks, including Rational Choice Theory and Development Theory, provide context for understanding the decision-making processes behind infrastructure investments and their impacts on economic growth and poverty reduction. Findings reveal that enhanced road infrastructure significantly boosts agricultural output, facilitates better market access, and increases household incomes. However, challenges such as political patronage and bureaucratic inefficiencies impede project effectiveness. Recommendations include adopting data-driven decision-making, improving project planning and management, and fostering greater community involvement. By developing comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks and ensuring transparency and accountability, stakeholders can optimize infrastructure investments. This research contributes to public administration theory and practice by offering actionable insights for improving rural infrastructure projects and enhancing socio-economic outcomes in the Philippines.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Farm-to-Market Roads, Rural Development, Socioeconomic Impact, Infrastructure, Public Administration, Philippines
• Subjects: H - Public Economics > H4 - Publicly Provided Goods; H - Public Economics > H7 - State and Local Government ; Intergovernmental Relations; O - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth > O1 - Economic Development; O - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth > O4 - Economic Growth and Aggregate Productivity; Q - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics ; Environmental and Ecological Economics > Q0 - General; Q - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics ; Environmental and Ecological Economics > Q1 - Agriculture; R - Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics > R0 - General; R - Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics > R4 - Transportation Economics

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