This is a particularly difficult subject and one that has plagued (wo)mankind throughout history. There is a natural desire for parents to want ‘something better’ for their children. In the developed countries, the process has been to get bigger and increase profits with little regard for the communities that support and are supported by agriculture. Many (most) young people leave the farm to explore other options. Some eventually look back and realize that farming and country life have a value above dollars and those often return or want to return to the farm. Not all youth stay away from farming and it is those who wish to return to the farm that should not be forgotten. It may be possible to adapt the 4H model to serve and encourage youth in developing countries and the education system needs to produce those trainers to address the interests and needs of rural youth. Also needed are those trainers who are dedicated to supporting mature women and in fact adults who need to or wish to return to farming for their family support. In most cases this would be technological education but with an element of rural sociology injected to prepare or encourage folks choosing to live in the rural community. I have no answers but recognize the importance of this discussion to our food and social security. Good luck!
Jim
Jim Currie