The Changes and Challenges in Networking of Women Engaged in Agriculture in Rural Areas

Abstract

This report aims to identify changes and challenges in the networking of women engaged in agriculture in rural areas and find future directions for their networking. To this end, we have reviewed literatures published in “Rural Life Studies” from 1992 to 2022 and conducted interviews with six women in the field. Our literature review reveals various changes in their networking; for example, their supporters, activities, geographical extent, and interaction methods. Our interview discovers that women often empower themselves in their area by obtaining knowledge via social networking services. However, our interview also reveals the difficulty of finding mentors only through online communication.