Authors : S. S. Nimgare, U. W. Fule and V. P. Chore
Page Nos : 16-18
Description :
Rural Indian women are extensively involved in agricultural activities. However the nature and extent of their
involvement differs with the variations in agro production systems. In over all farm production, women's average
contribution is estimated about 55%. In addition to their role in agricultural production, women are gainfully
employed in agro- based allies activities like dairying, animal husbandry, poultry, rabbit rearing, beekeeping,
vermiculture, floriculture, horticulture, fruit preservation, post-harvest technology, value added food products, etc.
Empowerment of women by micro entrepreneurship led to the empowerment of women in many ways.
Keywords: Rural, Women, Agriculture, Empowerment
