noun
- a person who owns or operates a small farm
Usage: chiefly British
Examples
- The smallholder grew vegetables to sell at the local market.
- Government programs helped smallholders improve their crop yields.
- Many smallholders in the region struggle with limited resources.
- The cooperative was formed to support local smallholders.
- Smallholders often practice sustainable farming methods.
- The drought severely affected smallholders throughout the valley.