The situation of women in the agribusiness sector in Africa. Issue 6 (18th August 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Adam, Rahma Isaack; Osano, Philip; Birika, Joan; Ndede Amadi, Atieno A.; Bwisa, Henry
• Is Part Of: Development in practice. Volume 27:Issue 6(2017)
• Page Start: 892
• Page End: 898
• Publication Date: 2017-08-18
• Subjects: Environment (built and natural) – Agriculture -- Gender and diversity -- Sub-Saharan Africa; Technical assistance -- Developing countries -- Periodicals; Economic assistance -- Developing countries -- Periodicals; Developing countries -- Economic conditions -- Periodicals; 338.91091724
• DOI: 10.1080/09614524.2017.1338670
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0961-4524

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This practical note syntheses the proceedings of a gender forum on women in agribusiness, which took place in Nairobi, Kenya in April 2015. The workshop session of the forum focused on two themes: financing options and entrepreneurship capacities. The public session covered six main areas: (1) post-harvest food management, (2) policies to enhance affirmative action, (3) regional integration and international trade, (4) technologies, (5) land and water management for agriculture, and (6) the next generation of agribusiness entrepreneurs. The multi-sectoral forum brought together some key stakeholders across East Africa to share experiences and best practices, increase mutual learning, and expand public discourse on the subject.