• DR. ALIVA MOHANTY

Abstract Agroforestry systems are not a new practise; however, the use of the term 'agroforestry' is. It is a land-use system that combines growing or raising crops (and/or livestock) with woody plants, i.e. agriculture + animal husbandry + forestry. This is also an important strategy today to alleviate poverty, facilitate food security, improve flexibility, preserve the ecosystem, and provide economic opportunities, among other things. Traditionally, women have been the key stakeholders in both the agricultural and forestry elements of agroforestry production systems. However, men continue to dominate farm decision- making, even in areas where women are the longest providers of farm labor. Women become agroforestry protagonists, improving their families' living conditions and increasing their participation in production, marketing, and advocacy. Recognizing the significance of agroforestry, the present study glance at the efficacious involvement of women in agroforestry management in order to maintain a sustainable livelihood for rural women. The study is that, despite women's enormous contribution to their livelihoods, food production, and national economies, this has not resulted in improved availability of resources or decision-making powers. The study concentrates on the villages of Odisha's Nuapada district. A slew of policies has been implemented to encourage women's participation in agroforestry management and to create a conducive environment for farming women in Odisha, but the results have been mixed.

Agroforestry, Ecosystem, Protagonist, Stakeholders, Flexibility

"Choice and Voice of Women in Agroforestry Management of Rural Odisha: An Exploration", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 1, page no.b351-b360, January-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2301155.pdf

"Choice and Voice of Women in Agroforestry Management of Rural Odisha: An Exploration", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 1, page no. ppb351-b360, January-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2301155.pdf