The Wish to Grow - Growth Expectations for Side Activities in Rural Areas
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MARKANTONI M., KOSTER S. and STRIJKER, D. Diversification of economic activities in rural areas is a prominent theme in regional development studies. This article examines the expectations of the side activities’ owners about the future development of their activities. From a policy point of view, these activities may have spatial and economic effects on rural areas. The main conclusion is that although a large number of side activities do not intent to grow, there is a group of owners who surely have the expectations to grow and develop their side activity. For them, individual aspirations and the strive for economic wellbeing are the most common motivations. These characteristics can be used to predict the development of side activities.
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