This paper analyzes the participation of men and women in the use of climate information for agricultural decision-making amidst climate change. Using mixed methods involving focus group discussions (n=55: male=26, female=29) and survey (n=337: male=247, female=90). The results indicated that agricultural activities in rice and corn production in the Philippines remain male-dominated despite having a more visible women's participation in grain production, especially in rice, but quite limited in corn production. While women's participation are also seen in decision-making on livelihood activities and operationalization of the use of weather and climate information, tactical and strategic farm decisions, such decisions are still male-dominated. In female-headed households, female farmers take the lead in decision-making processes in the household related to unpaid activities and income-generating activities. Both female and male farmers share their knowledge and strategies towards climate change adaptation, although there are areas in which women tend to have lesser decision-making participation and responsibilities. However, as women acquire more knowledge about climate change. They tend to share more responsibilities and are more involved in farm management such as scheduling of farm activities, expenses, and investments.
Gata, L; Losloso, J; Nilo, P
Gender and the Use of Climate Information in Agricultural Decision-Making Amidst Climate Change: The Case of Rice and Corn Production in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
Philippine Agricultural Scientist