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Gender Dynamics in the Agricultural Sector in the NTT-Timor Leste Border Region

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Women play a crucial role in the agricultural sector in the NTT-Timor Leste border region but continue to face economic disparities. This study examines the impact of job type, education, resource access, socio-cultural norms, and health on the income of women farmers. Using simple random sampling and Slovin’s formula, 100 respondents were selected from a population of 66,545 women farmers across four border districts. Multiple linear regression analysis indicates these factors significantly influence women farmers' income. The findings highlight the need to improve access to agricultural resources, education, and healthcare services to support women's economic empowerment and reduce economic disparities in border areas.

Source: Jurnal Economia

DOI: 10.21831/economia.v21i1.71378

Authors: Frederic Winston Nalle, Sirilius Seran, Anggelina Delviana Klau

Institutions: University of Brawijaya, University of Timor

Language: English

Topic: Agricultural Development and Management

Subfield: General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Decent work and economic growth, Reduced inequalities, No poverty, Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $65