The Agritech industry is witnessing massive growth and continues to expand, relying mainly on technology. The major market drivers include increasing wi-fi adoption, the growing popularity of wireless networks, rising use of cloud and IoT.
The increasing involvement of women farmers forms an integral part of the contemporary agritech industry.
Women have been integral for ranch and farm operations in the U.S. There are efforts towards empowering women in agriculture.
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“From the classroom to the farm to the boardroom, women in agriculture are helping to pave the way for a better future. As leaders, it is our responsibility to make sure the next generation of women are educated, encouraged, and empowered to take on the challenges of meeting the world’s growing food, fuel, and fiber needs”, says the USDA website.
The United States Department of Agriculture, abbreviated as the USDA, is a federal agency that implements regulations and policies concerning food quality, nutrition, ranching, forestry, farming, and other aspects of the American agriculture industry.
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The USDA is integral in helping more women become a regular part of the American agricultural sector.
With this aim, the U.S. Department of Agriculture established a network called Women in Ag. The network ensures that women in the U.S. can connect with women in other nations’ agriculture industries.
The USDA must be attentive to several aspects of women in agriculture. For example, their discrimination concerns livestock and land ownership, decision-making in critical elements, and access to various financial services.