Subsistence farmers unable to transition to commercial agriculture and escape poverty

Small-scale farmers in developing regions (particularly Africa) struggle to scale from subsistence farming to profitable commercial operations due to lack of capital, market access, and agricultural expertise. They remain trapped in low-yield farming cycles despite having land and willingness to work, while 'briefcase farmers' (wealthy urban investors) monopolize commercial farming opportunities, leaving traditional farmers unable to compete or improve their livelihoods.