Why Do Farmers in Developed Countries Have Higher Income Levels Than Those in Developing Countries?

[Suba]

If we compare the income levels of farmers in developed countries like the United States, Australia, Canada, the European Union, Japan, etc., compared to those in Asia, Africa, and even some middle-income countries like Eastern Europe, farmers' incomes are generally low.

Agricultural land in developing countries is also largely controlled by oligarchs or capitalists, allowing them to determine the selling price of agricultural products. The lack of capital support and government protection further degrades farmers' incomes.

 

[Augusta]

They are a lot of factors to it especially for those in the developed countries. Without government supports and grants

 

[Min George]

Farmers in developed countries are able to produce for export because of greater efficiency than farmers from developing countries.

 

[Augusta]

Farmers in rich countries are more productive than those in poor countries because they use better technology and infrastructure, and are subject to better government policies.