UNAMA, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, has stated that women farmers are not only the breadwinners of their families but also strong pillars of the local economy and key supporters of the sustainability of food systems.
In a message published today (Monday, 2 March) on its official Facebook account, UNAMA wrote that the activities and efforts of women farmers support communities and help create a more sustainable and resilient future for all.
It is worth noting that the year 2026 has been declared by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as the “International Year of the Woman Farmer.”
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations also stated that the aim of this designation is to raise awareness and promote practical actions to reduce gender gaps and improve women’s livelihoods worldwide.
The organization added that this year will focus on the essential roles of women and girls across agricultural and food systems — from production to trade — roles that are often overlooked.
The FAO further emphasized that women farmers play a central role in ensuring food security, improving nutrition, and strengthening economic resilience.
Although there are no precise statistics on women farmers in Afghanistan, millions of women in rural areas of the country are engaged in agriculture and livestock farming.
