Role of women in India’s dairy farming industry

This episode discusses a report from the International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry focuses on the crucial role of women in India’s dairy farming industry. The report highlights the significant contributions women make to the sector, despite facing various challenges such as limited policy support, competitive market forces, and social barriers. The report emphasizes the need for greater recognition, empowerment, and support for women in dairy farming to achieve sustainable rural development and gender equality. The paper explores women’s involvement in different aspects of dairy farming, analyzes the challenges they face, and proposes solutions for their empowerment, emphasizing the potential of dairy cooperatives and training programs in facilitating women’s economic independence and leadership within the industry.