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Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Rural Women Farmers Through Mobile Technology in Kerala

Omanakuttan Udisha, Illiparambil Gabriel Ambily Philomina · 2024 · Sustainability

Summary. Mobile technology significantly empowers rural women farmers in Kerala's Palakkad district by improving access to agricultural information, market engagement, and social connectivity. A study of 192 women farmers found that mobile phones enhance self-reliance, market participation, and quality of life. However, digital literacy gaps and inadequate infrastructure remain major barriers to technology adoption and equitable agricultural development.

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Udisha, O., & Philomina, I. G. A.. (2024). Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Rural Women Farmers Through Mobile Technology in Kerala. Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16219188

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DOI
10.3390/su16219188
Countries
India
Regions
Asia
Categories
broadband-and-digital, food-systems, entrepreneurship
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2026-04-28