ROLE OF DAIRY COOPERATIVES IN EMPOWERING FARMWOMEN AS PERCEIVED BY THEIR WOMAN MEMBERS
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2019
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Department of Agricultural Extension and Communication B. A. College of Agriculture Anand Agricultural University Anand
Abstract
Agriculture is the backbone of Indian economy and important
occupation for most of the Indian families. Agriculture sector, a space which employs
more than 50 per cent of the total workforce in India and contributes around 17-18 per
cent to the country’s GDP.
Animal husbandry and agriculture are the twin occupations. Since
ancient time have played a significant role in improving the rural economy. Livestock
rearing provides meaningful occupation both full time and subsidiary at the location
itself and provides assured income and ensures better utilization of human resources.
It provides employment especially self-employment to a substantial number of rural
and urban populations.