Constraint analysis for women in dairy entrepreneurship Das Lipi*, Sahoo B., Jakhar P., Hemrom A.C., Pattanaik S. ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar–751003, Odisha *Corresponding author email id: lipi.icar@gmail.com
Online Published on 30 March, 2024. Abstract A study was conducted in two cluster villages of Nischintakoili block of Cuttack district to analyze the Constraints in dairy farming. It is an overview of the role and challenges faced by the women engaged in dairy farming in Odisha, India. Women in Odisha play a pivotal yet often undervalued role in the dairy farming sector, contributing significantly to household livelihoods and the broader agricultural economy. The results revealed that, their participation is hindered by various constraints, including limited access to resources such as land, finance, and technology, as well as cultural barriers and unequal work burdens. Despite these challenges, initiatives aimed at empowering women in dairy farming through education, training, access to resources, and supportive policies have shown promising results. Efforts focused on financial inclusion and the establishments of women-centric cooperatives have empowered women, enabling them to make independent decisions and access markets directly. Sustained efforts to support and empower women in dairy farming are crucial for inclusive agricultural growth and gender equality in Odisha, ultimately leading to broader socio-economic progress. Top Keywords Dairy farming, Farmwomen, Perceived constraints. Top |