Women and agriculture

In developing countries, how many women are directly involved in agricultural work?

	Only about 20 percent
	Over 40 percent
	Over 60 percent
	Over 80 percent

In sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean, how much of staple foods eaten at the table and sold in local markets is grown by women?

Only about 20 percent

40 percent

60 percent

80 percent

Most governments provide information, training and supplies to their farmers. These are called agricultural extension services. How much of these services are directed to women farmers?

Only about 5 percent

10 percent

25 percent

50 percent

Each year more than half a million women die from complications during pregnancy or childbirth. It is believed that hunger and malnutrition are contributing factors in what percentage of cases:

1.8 percent

18 percent

68 percent

80 percent

FAO is committed to making sure that women’s role in feeding the world is recognized and supported. Which of the following activities is FAO not involved in?

	Gathering information about the different work men and women do in farming, fishing and forest communities
	Increasing educational opportunities for rural girls and women
	Helping farm women get better access to credit and government services
	Creating a promotional calendar on “The Women of FAO”