Effects of organic farming on the empowerment of women: A case study on the perception of female farmers in Odisha, India

Altenbuchner, Christine; Vogel, Stefan; Larcher, M.

doi:10.1016/j.wsif.2017.09.001

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“…Eleven were between 0.50 and 0.80, and twelve were equal or superior to 0.80, indicating these effects were respectively moderate and large [24]. [41]. Bouttes et al (2018; reported data about farmers' satisfaction, especially during conversion to organic farming [42,43].…”

Section: Physical Healthmentioning

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“…Furthermore, organic farmers described their farming as more satisfying, challenging, and better for new experiences and attachment to the farm than conventional farming [42]. Altenbuchner et al (2017) reported that female organic farmers described financial benefits and improvement in the standard of living by becoming organic farmers, but the persistence of a gender gap concerning income and community [41]. Additionally, more well-being and Buddhist ecological values were reported among organic farmers than conventional farmers by Kaufman and Mock (2014) [45].…”

Section: Physical Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Five studies presented qualitative physical health data. Using a similar method to before for psychological health, Altenbuchner et al (2017) focused on females' perception of organic farming in comparison with conventional farming [41]. Deaconu et al (2020) collected data about farmers' nutrition [39].…”

Section: Physical Healthmentioning

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Psychological and Physical Health of Organic and Conventional Farmers: A Review

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Farmers’ health compared to the general population has been the object of some studies and reviews. Among all factors implied in psychological and physical health, the farming system (i.e., organic or conventional farming) was identified as one of the relevant factors to investigate. This article aims to review the literature established on the comparison between organic and conventional farmers’ health and its correlates. Twenty-nine quantitative or qualitative articles were identified for inclusion (n = 29). Results showed that organic farmers had globally better psychological and physical health than conventional farmers. Effect sizes were small to large; they differed according to the target outcome. In addition, factors correlated with farmers’ health were usually psychological, social, financial, and agricultural. This review of literature encourages further research in this area, particularly on developing agricultural models.

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Psychological and Physical Health of Organic and Conventional Farmers: A Review

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“…In case of a developing nation like India, farmers generally lack in their awareness on sustainable uses of recourses and information about superior quality of seeds and post-harvest production methods Sokoya et al (2014), Altenbuchner et al (2017) Food safety and security problems (CH9) Food safety and security is a very critical issue in a developing nation context. Quality of the food is an essential factor as it directly influences the health of the people Clarke (2010) Poor corporate social responsibility (CH10) Food organisations should be responsible in maintaining the adequate environmental and safety standards for their products.…”

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When challenges impede the process

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Purpose The food organisations are pushing to adopt circular economy initiatives to enhance economic–ecological–social sustainability of supply chains. The adoption of circular economy and sustainability aspects is complex from the point of view of developing nations compared to the developed nations. In this sense, the purpose of this paper is to develop a model of the challenges for implementing the successful circular economy-led sustainability concepts in food supply chains in emerging economies, especially in the Indian context. Design/methodology/approach The authors recognised 11 circular economy-led sustainability-related challenges and analysed appropriate interactions among the identified challenges. The Delphi method was used for the confirmation of identified challenges. The challenges were identified initially with the help of literature. Interpretive structural modelling method was used for modelling the challenges. In addition, MICMAC analysis was used for classifying the challenges based on their dependence and driving power. A case study of diary food processing company in India was conducted. Findings According to the findings, poor government policies, lack of technology and techniques and lack of farmers’ knowledge and awareness come under the driving challenges. Practical implications Understanding of circular economy-led sustainability-related challenges would help managers and policy makers in the sustainable management of natural resources in food value chains. Originality/value This is one of the initial works conducted on identifying and evaluating the challenges to circular economy-based sustainability aspects in food value chains.

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“…Additionally, through our interviews, we found that men have fewer responsibilities in family care than women and therefore have more time to attend training programs. Women's domestic workload has been cited in other studies as a major hindrance to their participation in development programs (Haile et al, 2012;Altenbuchner et al, 2017). A study in Ethiopia also shows that in most married households women do not have access to Do producer organizations empower women?…”

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Essays on producer organizations : Business models, social inclusion and food safety

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Producer organizations (POs) in developing countries are adopting diverse business models to remain competitive in the modern agri-food value chains. However, not much is known about the characteristics and types of these POs. This study employs business model framework to assess the business model components of POs and derive a typology based on these components. Further, the global value chain theory is used to draw implications of a PO business model for value chain coordination and upgrading. The Kenya dairy value chain is used as a case study. The paper finds that POs use a mix of business model components including membership, governance structure, legal form, key activities, value proposition, key resources, customer segment, revenue streams, and cost structure. Further, the study develops a typology consisting of bargaining, cooling, hub, and processing business models, which POs adopt. Findings indicate responsiveness of POs to coordination and upgrading in value chains. Specifically, increasing coordination and upgrading entails a shift from a bargaining business model to a processing business model. This, in turn has implications for investment, which can threaten social inclusion and hence rural development.

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Effects of organic farming on the empowerment of women: A case study on the perception of female farmers in Odisha, India

Cited by 31 publications

References 20 publications

Psychological and Physical Health of Organic and Conventional Farmers: A Review

Psychological and Physical Health of Organic and Conventional Farmers: A Review

When challenges impede the process

Essays on producer organizations : Business models, social inclusion and food safety

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