Land is critical to life. Who owns it? Who uses it? How it is used? These are just a few of the many questions regarding the issue of land. And for this reason there is an on-going global debate as to how it should be distributed and who should have access. The forces of population, economics, politics and environment all affect the question of land ownership and use. There are many perspectives regarding how the complexities of land ownership should be addressed.
The following white paper describes the different perspectives and approaches regarding land and its distribution. There are some who would have the government redistribute land so that the poor will have access. Others that think the market place and economic forces would determine who should have access and the poor should individually purchase land.
Agros recognizes the pros and cons of these positions and looks for a pragmatic response to the poor that are suffering hunger and poverty today. Where possible, Agros works with families who have gained access through government distribution and in other instances, Agros provides the capital needed for a group of families to buy enough land to develop a community. This approach is unique, and has made a difference for more than 1,000 families in Central America and Mexico.
AGROS WHITE PAPER ON LAND REFORM METHODS. (click to download the PDF document)
