
Farm women in hills play a crucial role in sustaining agriculture and natural resource management in fragile hill ecosystems. However, challenges such as soil erosion, water scarcity, small landholdings, and climate variability severely affect their livelihoods. Integrating Soil and Water Conservation (SWC) practices such as contour bunding, mulching, agroforestry, and rainwater harvesting improves soil fertility, water availability, and resilience to climatic stress. Women?s participation in watershed programs and self help groups strengthens adoption and maintenance of these practices. Empowering women through capacity building, access to finance, and inclusive institutional support promotes sustainable hill farming and enhances both ecological and social resilience.