2025 IJRSE – Volume 14 Issue 17
Available Online: 20 November 2025
Author/s:
Dogos, Maryan Beriso
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines (maryan.dogos@cbsua.edu.ph)
Jastio, Dulce Maria Abigail Alto*
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines (Dulcemariabigail.jastio@cbsua.edu.ph)
Redecilla, Glenn Elgo
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines (glenn.redecilla@cbsua.edu.ph)
Abstract:
This study examined the involvement of women farmers in agricultural trade fairs in Naga City and identified factors influencing their participation, with the goal of proposing interventions to strengthen their engagement and promote agricultural development. Specifically, it aimed to (1) describe the socio-demographic profile of women farmers; (2) assess their level of involvement in trade fairs; (3) determine the gains and barriers influencing participation; (4) analyze relationships between socio-demographic characteristics and involvement; and (5) recommend strategies to enhance participation. A descriptive research design was employed using a survey questionnaire administered to fifty (50) women farmers selected through stratified random sampling. Data were gathered through interviews, consultations with local authorities, and secondary sources from the Department of Agriculture – Naga City Hall. Descriptive statistics (frequency, percentage, mean, weighted mean, and ranking) and Pearson r correlation were utilized for analysis. Results showed that most respondents were aged 36–59 years (70%), married (70%), and had completed secondary education (40%). The majority cultivated less than half a hectare of farmland (44%) and earned below ₱10,000 from farming (68%), while 92% were members of agricultural organizations. High involvement was noted in attending seminars and trainings (M = 3.98), moderate in trade fair meetings and product demonstrations, and low in facilitating sessions. Key gains included access to government programs, increased financial stability, and expanded networks, while major barriers involved limited capital, inadequate knowledge of modern technologies, and restricted access to farm facilities. No significant relationships were found between socio-demographic factors and level of involvement. Implications to education reveal that strengthening agricultural and entrepreneurship learning programs—particularly those targeting women—may enhance capacity building, technology adoption, and agripreneurial readiness. Integration of gender-responsive agricultural education, experiential learning through trade-fair participation, and community-based agribusiness training in formal and non-formal education channels can empower rural women and foster inclusive agricultural development. Proposed interventions include targeted agribusiness training, improved access to production technologies and facilities, and structured institutional support. These measures aim to enhance women’s participation, improve economic resilience, and promote sustainable agricultural and community development in Naga City.
Keywords: women farmers, agricultural trade fairs, participation, socio-demographic profile, Naga City, interventions
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.25306
Cite this article:
Dogos, M. B., Jastio, D. M. A. A., & Redecilla, G. E. (2025). Women farmers’ involvement in agricultural trade fairs in Naga City: Determinants, barriers, and interventions for enhanced participation. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 14(17), 29-45. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.25306
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