Women in Sustainable Agriculture

C.Satapathy (Author), Sabita Mishra (Author)

9789358870497

Paperback / softback, published 15 June 2014

172 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.625 kg

The importance of women, sustainable agriculture, and women empowerment in our development is now widely recognized. These issues have gained prominence both nationally and internationally. Research and extension agendas currently focus on promoting womens participation in farming and identifying effective methods for motivating them. Additionally, incentives are being explored to encourage women to engage in profitable farming activities.

• 01. Meaning, Concept and Definition of Sustainable Agriculture
• 02. Women and Sustainable Agriculture
• 03. Adoption of Sustainable Practices in Agriculture
• 04. Adoption Behavior of Women Farmers
• 05. Gender Based Participatory Extension Approach for Sustainable Agriculture