Women make up 60 percent of farm labour but own only 20 percent of farmland and have significantly less access to farm inputs and training than men.
Other challenges hindering the success of a female farmer include gender-based violence, and limited access to education, finance, technology, and markets.
Addressing these challenges and empowering women in agriculture is critical for achieving sustainable development goals and driving economic growth.
According to research, closing this gap could also feed 1 out of 6 hungry people.