Abstract: Background:This study assessed and compared the challenges faced by women small-holders in Malaysia and Nigeria. However, the core focus of this study is on women small-holders in the palm oil industry, who own their businesses solely and those that own theirs with their husbands, specifically in Sarawak and Anambra States. This study critically assessed the challenges faced by these women and how the challenges affect their businesses. Materials and Methods:Qualitative method and non-probability sampling method, specifically purposive sampling was used to conduct this study. The instruments that were used to gather primary data are interview and observation.......
Key Words:Sarawak, Anambra, Palm Oil, Challenges, and Women Small-Holders
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