Enhancing the opportunities for women in India's tea sector

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This research assesses the context specific gender situation at estate and tea garden level in South India. It gives an overview of the Indian tea production systems at estate and smallholder level. Based upon qualitative field research, the report analyses existing gender relations in the South Indian tea sector and examines the correlation between recently introduced certification and gender relations. To contribute to addressing critical issues in women empowerment, specific recommendations for the main stakeholders are included.