Research & Writing
Academic Research
Prof. Vidya Vemireddy’s research explores the intersection of agriculture, gender, food systems, and climate resilience. Her work spans multiple geographies, collaborating with global institutions and policymakers to drive meaningful & solution-oriented policies.
December 27, 2022
Bridging the intrahousehold dietary gap–the role of economic growth and women’s nutritional empowerment: Evidence from India
The document analyses the relationship between women’s nutritional empowerment and intrahousehold diet diversity in rural India, considering varying levels of structural transformation (ST) using data from the National Family Health Survey of India.
January 06, 2021
A systematic review of labor-saving technologies: Implications for women in agriculture
This document is a systematic review of labour-saving technologies in agriculture, focusing on their adoption by smallholder women farmers in developing countries and the implications for gender equity and welfare.
December 27, 2021
Ground truthing the cost of achieving the EAT lancet recommended diets: Evidence from rural India
The document analyses the cost disparity between current diets and the EAT Lancet recommended diets in rural India, highlighting the financial challenges of achieving healthier dietary standards. It also discusses the impact of seasonal price variations and suggests policy measures to improve the affordability and availability of nutritious diets.
Policy and Practice Research
From gender-inclusive agricultural policies to climate-resilient farming strategies, these insights aim to inform decision-makers, practitioners, and development agencies in adopting sustainable and equitable food systems.
Mechanization and labor-saving technologies for women in agriculture [Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Government of India]
The document assesses the skill development gaps and adoption of labor-saving technologies in agricultural mechanization across five states in India, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for enhancing efficiency among farmers
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