Women agronomists and their work experiences: Women agronomists and their work experiences
Women who work in the field have experienced and continue to experience situations that are very rewarding due to the activities they perform in their profession. However, the work of a woman professional in agricultural production areas has faced obstacles that have limited its development due to issues of gender. Professionals, such as women Agronomists, have been increasingly assuming technical responsibilities in various areas, such as production areas in open systems, greenhouses or hydroponic crops. Also carries out activities as a consultant in different areas such as phytopathology, analysis of soils, audits and certifications contributing to the primary sector and in the area of teaching, preparing students to be more competitive. An investigation was carried out through surveys structured and direct interviews with women who perform agricultural activities and currently working in an Educational Institution as well as other professionals who work directly in the field. The objective of this study is to identify the experiences they have had as professional women and what have been their main impediments.
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| Format: | Digital revista |
| Language: | spa |
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UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA
2024
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| Online Access: | http://e-cucba.cucba.udg.mx/index.php/e-Cucba/article/view/321 |
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Women who work in the field have experienced and continue to experience situations that are very rewarding due to the activities they perform in their profession. However, the work of a woman professional in agricultural production areas has faced obstacles that have limited its development due to issues of gender. Professionals, such as women Agronomists, have been increasingly assuming technical responsibilities in various areas, such as production areas in open systems, greenhouses or hydroponic crops. Also carries out activities as a consultant in different areas such as phytopathology, analysis of soils, audits and certifications contributing to the primary sector and in the area of teaching, preparing students to be more competitive. An investigation was carried out through surveys structured and direct interviews with women who perform agricultural activities and currently working in an Educational Institution as well as other professionals who work directly
in the field. The objective of this study is to identify the experiences they have had as professional women and what have been their main impediments. |
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