Youth participation in the Sago industry: A Malaysian case study

Studies have shown that today’s youth are shunning away from agricultural activities leading to workforce shortages sustain production. The present study includes a survey of 200 youths involved in the sago industry Malaysia’s four major districts Sarawak understand their general perceptions and employment patterns both non-sago. Results showed proportion respondents were employed either full-time or part-time, with more than half working private sector. Of great concern, about 25 per cent them not full-time. Nevertheless, approximately 70 35 admitted they engaged part-time sago-related activities. Generally, rural favourable attitudes toward industry. level education is an essential factor influencing youths’ Whereas for industry, age was significant determinant. Keywords: Agriculture, Sago unemployment, youth, participation