Gender analysis in agriculture production

Gender analysis in agriculture production

2013

E13089

Women are not only reproductive agent of civilizations but also a strong living supporters of sustainable development of any society. Study shows that the contributions of women in the farm operation range between 36-40 per cent in general and 60-70 per cent of labour input is provided by them which increases up to 80 per cent in agriculture during the peak of season that is harvesting time. Gender issues are no more the complicated problem in today's world of science and technology as more labour saving devices, productivity increase and income contributing devices have come into existence to equip women more efficiently. Active participation in decision making process assists them in achieving more empowerment.

8(2):469-471, ASIAN JOURNAL OF HOME SCIENCE

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