Socio-economic Profile of Women Agripreneurs in Western Tamil Nadu
K. Dhanya *
Department of Agricultural and Rural Management, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 3, India.
K. R. Ashok
Department of Agricultural Economics, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 3, India.
P. Murali Arthanari
Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 3, India.
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Abstract
Increasing women entrepreneurs has resulted in the shift of demographic characteristics of businesses and the nation’s economy. Women owned enterprises are gaining importance in society by inspiring others and creating additional employment opportunities. To promote balance growth in our country, women entrepreneurs must expand sustainability. Startup India is committed in developing women entrepreneurship ecosystem through policies and initiatives, as well as building the enabling networks. Over the years, agripreneurs and agro-based industries are gaining more importance due to its significant contribution to the economy. Hence, it is mandatory to examine the entrepreneurial activity of agripreneurs for shaping the economy and enhance their social standing. This paper deals with the study on socio-economic profile with respect to women agripreneurs in Western agro climatic zone of Tamil Nadu. The study was conducted among 140 women agripreneurs using a structured interview schedule. The results revealed that women agripreneurs of Western Tamil Nadu have following aspects such as decision-making, involvement in social activities, etc.
Keywords: Women agripreneurs, socio-economic profile, Western Tamil Nadu