Improve access to finance to support women-led innovation

Abstract

Access to finance to start and develop an innovation remains a significant barrier limiting the potential for women-led innovation in rural and farming contexts. The challenge of accessing finance was highlighted by many women that took part in the FLIARA research in Ireland. Addressing this barrier is complex, as access to finance involves many interconnected aspects. This calls for policy action at a variety of levels, from more direct support to better monitoring of the issue.