Gender considerations in development and utilisation of technological innovations

The article investigates the linkages between gender, development and utilisation of technological innovations in Ghana. The study adopted an exploratory design and used thematic content analysis for the qualitative data derived from in-depth interviews with rice scientists and farmers. The findings revealed that research institutions lack the requisite mandate, capacity and resources to mainstream gender issues in research activities. The findings also showed that the varietal preference of male rice farmers is marketability, whereas that of their female counterparts is early maturity, suggesting differences in gender needs and concerns. Broader investment in rice research for gender-inclusiveness and equity is recommended

Business · Economic growth · Economics · Exploratory research · Gender analysis · Gender equity · Mainstream · Mandate · Political science · Preference · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Agricultural Innovations and Practices · Energy and Environment Impacts · Innovation and Socioeconomic Development

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