Women farmers’ key role in sustainable farming

Women are the backbone of Kenya's agricultural economy but are systematically underserved by support systems. The 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey found that 75% of women own no agricultural land, up from 61% in 2014, and only 3% hold an individual title deed. Agriculture contributes 21.3% of GDP and employs 32% of the workforce, yet Kenya spent close to Sh80.2 billion importing food in Q1 2023. The National Land Commission made women's land rights a centerpiece of its 2024 strategic direction.