Challenges and Motivations in Wealth Accumulation and Quality of Life Improvement of Casiguran Farmers: An Assessment

Abstract

This study assessed the primary challenges, motivations, and quality of life perceptions among agricultural farmers in Casiguran, Aurora, Philippines, with a focus on their efforts to accumulate wealth and improve their overall well-being, based on the type of crops they cultivate—namely coconut, rice, banana, root crops, and vegetables. The research also aimed to determine whether significant differences exist across these variables. Data were gathered using a structured survey questionnaire, and the Kruskal-Wallis H-Test was employed to evaluate the proposed hypotheses. Results revealed a statistically significant difference in the challenges faced by farmers across crop groups, while no significant differences were observed in their motivations or quality of life perceptions. These findings underscore the importance of developing targeted interventions tailored to the specific needs of each commodity group.