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Dabhi, M. N.
- Women Empowerment through Agro-Processing Sector
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1 Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, IN
2 AICRP on PHET, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh (Gujarat), IN
1 Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, IN
2 AICRP on PHET, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh (Gujarat), IN
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Rashtriya Krishi (English), Vol 14, No 1 (2019), Pagination: 91-94Abstract
Agro-processing is an economic activity that initiates from the farm and concludes at the fork of a consumer. It mainly deals with the post harvest protection, value addition and by product utilization of any agricultural commodity. It has helped in enhancing the rural economy by providing employment to women, who generally contribute to disguised employment. The exponential growth of agro processing sectors over last decade has not only helped in development and commercialization of rural products and waste utilization but also in minimizing post harvest loss of the farm products. This article puts light on the role of women in agro processing sector and how their role can be emphasized in order for the full fledged growth of this sector in rural areas.References
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