Pakistani women farmers face challenges at the policy and individual levels in realizing their potential. Barriers, such as gender norms and perceptions that women are “helpers” not farmers, and a lack of gender-sensitive policies at national and sub-national levels affect women’s ability to access agricultural services. The authors call for clear goals and targets in agricultural extension departments, gender mainstreaming in policies and budgeting, and training and services that focus on women’s specific needs.
Blog » Women Farmers in Pakistan Aren’t Realizing their Potential – Here’s Why (2023)
Women Farmers in Pakistan Aren’t Realizing their Potential – Here’s Why (2023)
Pakistani women farmers face challenges at the policy and individual levels in realizing their potential. Barriers, such as gender norms and perceptions that women are “helpers” not farmers, and a lack of gender-sensitive policies at national and sub-national levels affect women’s ability to access agricultural services. The authors call for clear goals and targets in agricultural extension departments, gender mainstreaming in policies and budgeting, and training and services that focus on women’s specific needs.
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