UN Declares 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer:
The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to acknowledge and amplify the crucial role played by women in global agriculture. The initiative aims to highlight gender disparities in land ownership, technology access, market participation, and agricultural policy benefits—especially in developing countries where women contribute significantly to food production and rural economies.The UN General Assembly officially declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. The move aims to draw global attention to women’s contributions and challenges in agriculture, and promote gender-equitable policies. It holds particular significance for countries like India, where ~80% of economically active women work in agriculture but own just 8.3% of farmland.
