“Women in Agriculture in Pakistan“ looks at regions like Azad Jammu, Kashmir, Balochistan, and Punjab, discussing women’s diverse roles and challenges in agriculture in Pakistan. The country’s provinces and regions exhibit variations in culture, traditions, and practices, leading to different roles and responsibilities for women in agriculture.
The case study emphasizes the importance of promoting gender equality and empowerment, enhancing the economic impact of women’s work in agriculture, and improving household food security and nutrition.
It also highlights the significance of socio-cultural factors such as education, literacy, and nutrition practices and the need to enhance women’s legal status and implement policy and institutional strategies for investing in rural women.
In conclusion, Pakistan’s diverse landscape necessitates context-specific approaches to women in agriculture, aligning with gender equality principles while acknowledging varying constraints. The recommendations underscore the importance of collaborative efforts to empower women and ensure their participation in driving agriculture development.
The publication was retrieved from United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and was published in 2015.
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