Afghanistan’s Women in Agriculture: Overcoming Limitations and Challenges

Afghanistan’s agricultural sector has made progress in women’s participation, but significant limitations and challenges continue to hinder their full potential.

Cultural norms, gender inequality, limited access to resources, education, security concerns, and inadequate infrastructure are major barriers faced by women in agriculture.

Access to resources and education is a major challenge for Afghan women in agriculture. Land ownership and control are often prioritized for men, leaving women with limited access to productive assets, the lack of education and training opportunities prevents women from adopting modern farming techniques and innovative practices.

Security concerns and the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan pose significant threats to women engaged in agricultural activities.

Many argue that empowering women in agriculture not only benefits them individually but also contributes to overall agricultural productivity, food security, and economic growth in the country.