Cultivating equality in next-gen agriculture through gender-inclusive extension: A bibliometric analysis

SWEETY  MUKHERJEE; RABINDRA NATH  PADARIA; RAJARSHI ROY  BURMAN; KOTHA  SHRAVANI; SUSHMITA  SAINI; BHASKAR  GHOSH; SIMRAN  PUNDIR

doi:10.56093/ijas.v96i03.154151

Authors

SWEETY MUKHERJEE ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
RABINDRA NATH PADARIA ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
RAJARSHI ROY BURMAN Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Krishi Anusandhan Bhawan-I, New Delhi, India
KOTHA SHRAVANI ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
SUSHMITA SAINI ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
BHASKAR GHOSH ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India
SIMRAN PUNDIR ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012, India

https://doi.org/10.56093/ijas.v96i03.154151

Keywords:

Gender disparities, Next-generation agriculture, Sustainable development goals, Gender dynamics

Abstract

The advancement of next-gen agriculture hinges on integrating cutting-edge technologies and innovative approaches to improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. However, achieving true progress requires dismantling traditional gender barriers and ensuring women's active participation in agricultural decision-making, training, and resource access. The present study was carried out for a period of 1988–2023 to provide a bibliometric analysis of research on gender-inclusive extension in next-gen agriculture. The study highlighted the significant contributions of women in farming and the persistent gender disparities that impede agricultural productivity and sustainability. The findings indicated a significant emphasis on Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Gender Equality (SDG 5), underscoring the global priority to tackle food security and gender inequality. The quantum of publications on gender-inclusive development has increased notably since 2009, peaking in 2023. Co-word analysis uncovered interconnected themes like climate change adaptation, extension services, and the integration of smallholder farmers, highlighting the multifaceted nature of gender dynamics in agriculture. Co-authorship analysis revealed substantial international collaboration, with the USA being the primary contributor. The study also provided a framework for gender-inclusive extension in next-gen agriculture based on CIPP model. By promoting gender-responsive policies, capacity building, inclusive programme design, and financial inclusion, the study advocated for a holistic approach to cultivating equality in agriculture. The findings emphasised the critical role of gender dynamics in shaping agricultural advancements and the necessity of fostering an inclusive agricultural ecosystem to address global challenges such as food security and environmental sustainability.

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