Womens' participation in organic shea butter processing and its effect on household income in the Tamale Metropolis, Ghana

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER ONE
  • INTRODUCTION
  • Background of the study
  • Problem statement
  • Research questions
  • Objectives of the study
  • Justification of the study
  • Scope of the study
  • Organization of the study
• CHAPTER TWO
  • LITERATURE REVIEW
  • Overview and characteristics of Shea

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study examines the role of women in the organic Shea butter processing industry in Tamale, Ghana. The research investigates the reasons why women choose to process Shea butter organically, the constraints they face, and the impact of organic Shea butter processing on household income. The study utilizes a multi-stage sampling technique to collect primary data from 202 women processors through semi-structured questionnaires.

• Women's participation in organic Shea butter processing
• Factors influencing participation in organic Shea butter processing
• Constraints faced by women in organic Shea butter processing
• Impact of organic Shea butter processing on household income
• Potential strategies for enhancing women's participation and income

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One provides an introduction to the study, outlining the background, problem statement, research questions, objectives, justification, scope, and organization of the study. It highlights the importance of organic production for rural livelihoods and the need to understand women's role in organic Shea butter processing in Ghana.

Chapter Two delves into the literature review, providing an overview and characteristics of Shea and its significance in the Ghanaian economy. This chapter examines existing knowledge on women's participation in Shea butter processing, the factors influencing their choices, the constraints they face, and the impact of organic Shea butter processing on livelihoods.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on organic Shea butter processing, women's participation, household income, Tamale Metropolis, Ghana. The keywords encompass the main themes and concepts of the research, including organic production, rural livelihoods, gender roles, economic empowerment, and sustainable development.